Keeping your Evolur AI-846-02 Toddler Guard Rail in top condition is easy with the right care. Here are some cleaning and maintenance tips to help you:
Cleaning the Surface: Gently wipe the guard rail surface with a damp cloth and water. Avoid using harsh cleaners, window cleaners, or abrasive materials, as these can scratch the finish and damage the protective coating.
Controlling the Environment: Maintaining a consistent room climate is key. Aim for humidity levels between 35-40% to prevent the wood from expanding or contracting excessively. Keep the guard rail away from sources of extreme temperature or humidity, such as air conditioning vents, fireplaces, radiators, space heaters, humidifiers, and dehumidifiers. The ideal environment has a temperature between 65-75 degrees Fahrenheit.
Addressing Sticking Drawers and Doors: Changes in temperature and humidity can sometimes cause doors and drawers to stick. If this happens, consider using a dehumidifier to stabilize the environment or applying a small amount of candle wax or paraffin to the areas that stick until the wood adjusts back to normal.
Protecting from Sunlight: Shield the guard rail from direct sunlight to prevent color fading, darkening, or cracking of the finish. Sunlight can also accelerate the yellowing of white finishes.
Storage Guidelines: When storing the guard rail, avoid damp basements or hot, dry attics. Ensure good air circulation around the furniture and avoid stacking items on it.
General Care Tips:
- Protect the surface from hot or very cold items.
- Always use coasters under beverages.
- Avoid using synthetic fabrics under accessories or lamps.
- Keep the surface safe from pens, markers, and crayons.
- Avoid dragging items across the surface.
- Rotate accessories and lamps to allow the surface to breathe.
- Clean with a damp cloth and mild soap. Avoid abrasive cleaners.
- Limit polishing to two or three times a year to avoid damaging the finish.
- Do not wax the furniture, as wax can build up and damage the finish.
- Lift the furniture when moving it to protect the legs.
- Ensure the furniture is level to keep doors and drawers opening and closing smoothly.
