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Spotlight On: Pine Wood Furniture

Spotlight On: Pine Wood Furniture

September 11, 2023 Blog

Deciding on what type of wood to choose for your furniture can be challenging. Are you looking to invest in a quality premade piece, or do you plan to commission a signature custom...

Trash to Treasure: How to Transform and Repurpose Old Wood Furniture

Trash to Treasure: How to Transform and Repurpose Old Wood Furniture

August 10, 2023 Blog

Do any of these situations ring true for you? You have a piece of furniture at home that looks a little worse for wear; you’ve inherited heirloom furniture that’s seen better d...

Methods to Keep Wood Furniture from Rotting

Methods to Keep Wood Furniture from Rotting

June 13, 2023 Blog

Quality wood furniture offers homeowners a host of benefits. It's robust, it's beautiful, and it's made to last. That said, wooden furniture has some enemies— one notable adversa...

5 Signs of Termite Infestation in Your Wood Furniture

5 Signs of Termite Infestation in Your Wood Furniture

May 15, 2023 Blog

Nobody wants to think that they have termites in their home — or in their furniture. An insect infestation of any sort is sure to make you feel unsettled, itchy, and begging for ...

Oak Vs. Maple: Which Wood Is Right for You?

Oak Vs. Maple: Which Wood Is Right for You?

April 26, 2023 Blog

Here at Woodcraft, we proudly offer our sophisticated, high-quality furniture pieces in different types of Canadian-sourced wood, including Cherry, Black Walnut, Pine, Oak, and Map...

3 Ways to Protect Your Furniture from Your Pets

3 Ways to Protect Your Furniture from Your Pets

April 12, 2023 Blog

Having a pet in your home is one of the great joys in life. They keep us company, can boost our mood and may even reduce our stress levels. While pet parenting offers a wealth of p...

Fixing Water Damaged and Swollen Wood Furniture

Fixing Water Damaged and Swollen Wood Furniture

March 23, 2023 Blog

Wood, like any porous material, is susceptible to atmospheric changes like shifts in humidity and temperature. If a space is humid, wood can swell as it onboards water. In a dry en...

Common Household Products You Can Use to Clean Your Furniture

Common Household Products You Can Use to Clean Your Furniture

March 08, 2023 Blog

Robust, quality wood furniture will stand the test of time and provide you with decades of use — if treated and maintained correctly. Unbeknownst to many, commercial cleaning pro...

Tips For Removing Odors From Your Wood Furniture

Tips For Removing Odors From Your Wood Furniture

February 24, 2023 Blog

It’s no secret that wood is a porous material. And that means it tends to hold onto, absorb and emit odors. New wooden furniture may be emitting an odor for several reasons: ...

How to Extend The Lifespan of Your Wood Furniture

How to Extend The Lifespan of Your Wood Furniture

February 08, 2023 Blog

A quality piece of handmade wooden furniture has been crafted with care and longevity in mind. These types of well-made items are often in our homes and with our families for decad...

Antique Furniture Guide: How To Take Care of Your Family’s Heirloom Furniture

Antique Furniture Guide: How To Take Care of Your Family’s Heirloom Furniture

January 19, 2023 Blog

Furniture is functional household equipment and accents in your home made of wood, metal, plastics, upholstery, and other materials. Wooden furniture may be the most common furnitu...

Tips for Cleaning Mold From Your Wood Furniture

Tips for Cleaning Mold From Your Wood Furniture

January 05, 2023 Blog

Mold often grows in basements, attics, kitchens, and bathrooms. You can also find them on your wooden furniture. Wood absorbs water and moisture, which allows mold to grow on it. T...