Use and Care Manual

The wood used in this piece of furniture is coming from a mix of new and reclaimed lumber. The
reclaimed lumber we use comes from old houses, floors etc.
Wood is a natural material. It is important to understand its unique properties, which should not be
mistaken for flaws. Each nail hole, knot, scratch or perceived imperfection of the reclaimed timber adds
to the character of each piece, making your furniture the focal point of any room and a timeless
investment you’ll cherish for a lifetime. And much like the memories you’ll make in your home, your
furniture is guaranteed to be one of a kind.
Sunlight and heat: - Avoid exposing furniture to excessive heat, for example, by placing it in front of a
heat source or direct sunlight. This can cause cracking. A minimum one-foot clearance from heat
sources is advised. Direct sunlight will cause the color of wood to change over time, even if it is stained,
painted, lacquered or finished in any way. This will be particularly apparent if the furniture is placed
under a window.
Never place hot dishes directly on the surface of furniture made with wood.
Our Pomona and Modesto collections are made using reclaimed wood. We use a Wax Finish to
enhance the Natural Characteristics and give the surface a smooth hand rubbed finish.
A wax finish, even when fully cured is softer than a lacquer finish. When a coat of Wax Finish dries,
the surface will continue to look freshly cut and unfinished, maintaining the clear beauty of the
wood. Wax finishes can be clear or have various levels of tinting to give the furniture a nice even
finish. We use a slight tinting to blend the Light and Dark natural characteristics of the wood together.
A wax finish does not penetrate the wood, rather it sits on top of it. Over time with normal cleaning,
the wax finish will rub off. At any time, you can reapply a fresh coat to return your furniture to its
original new fresh look. Please follow application instructions from the specific supplier if or when
applying a fresh coat of wax finish.
For cleaning a Wax Finish you can use a soft dry cloth. You can also use household furniture polish if
desired.
All of our finishes have been tested and meet the safety standards. Specifically they meet the standards
for Lead and Phthalates.
We hope you enjoy your unique piece of furniture!