Solved! How to Increase Humidity in a Dry House
That said, it is a good idea to pick up an inexpensive digital thermometer with a humidity gauge (available on Amazon) so you can to monitor moisture levels. For optimal humidity at home and healthfulness overall, aim for levels between 30 and 50 percent. (Note that moisture levels above 50 percent can cause problems, too, including mold growth, structural decay, warping of wood furniture, and damage to painted surfaces.) Read on for simple methods that will increase humidity levels, moderating your home's climate and adding to personal wellbeing.
5 Tips for Mixing Wood Types and Finishes | Kristina Wolf
Feel like your wood furniture reads more like a "wood finish sampler" than part of a cohesive interior design? Never fear. This is a common design conundrum and one that is easily solved without sacrificing any favorite pieces or spending money on expensive refinishing or painting. So, whether you are a hoarder of gorgeous wood species or are a teak fan who just merged households with your oak and pine lovin' counterpart - I have several solutions for you. 5 Ideas for Mixing and Matching Your Different Wood Types and Finishes • Think of it as pattern mixing. Different wood species mean different wood grains, and what are wood grains but one of Mother Nature's most beautiful and fascinating patterns. Patterns can and should be layered to create depth and interest in your rooms. Think of different wood types as patterns waiting to be mixed up. Consider the undertones in the grains and place your pieces accordingly, using tables, hutches or sideboards that share similar hues or undertones. You can also approach this in a different way, keeping the grains consistent and throwing caution to the wind when it comes to finishes. Use other textiles and objects to create additional lines of communication between the pieces so they all feel related. • Make one of the pieces a focal point. Perhaps you have a particular table that is one shade while the rest of your wood furniture is another. Use the odd ball piece to create a focal point and surround it with the others so that it stands out. You can use surrounding accents to tie it in. For example, let's say you have a table with a dark stain while the rest of your furniture is lighter pine or oak. Place that darker table in the middle of the room and use the lighter pieces around the edges. Then, use other objects or accents that match the focal point to tie it together. • Take advantage of area rugs. Area rugs can be a great neutralizer when you move into a home with gorgeous wood floors.that do not match a single piece of your own wood furniture. Choose a neutral area rug that is large enough to house the bulk of the furniture, whether it be a dining room table and chairs or the coffee and end table set in your formal living room seating arrangement. Once you have the area rug in place, the furnishings will all come together with the area rug as a buffer. • Choose sides. You may realize that you have two distinct "sets" of wood furniture. One half is one type and/or shade while the other is another (typical when two homes merge as one). In this case, choose sides and keep all of the furniture with one shade in one section or side of the room with the rest on the other side. Perhaps they will be divided by a couch or seating area. Or, maybe one shade set becomes part of the reading nook while the other comprises the main seating area. • Use solid colors too. Even with the above tricks, it may be that you simply have too many wood pieces in varying shades. If this is the case, break them up using solid color furnishings so it does not look too much like an episode of "Woods Gone Wild." Simply painting one side of a butcher block or dresser white can help to tone down the effect.
How to Clean Oily Residue From Wood Furniture
Do not let oil stains or deposits become a defining characteristic of the wood furniture pieces in your home. If you let these deposits sit on wood furniture, they can leave a residue that can damage the wood's finish. Oily deposits - even those left from furniture polishes - also become a magnet for dirt, dust and debris, which complicates the problem. Even popular wood cleaners, often derived from petroleum products, can leave oils that linger until you remove them. Some of the most powerful and safest cleaning agents are already in your home. Vinegar - a weak form of acetic acid - cuts through oil and grease and doubles as a sanitizer without leaving any film or residue. Mix equal parts of hot water with white vinegar in a small bowl and apply to the wood with a soft, clean cloth. Do not saturate the cloth with the solution; instead just dampen it to reduce the risk of exposing the wood to excess moisture. Replace the cloth as needed during the cleaning process to ensure that none of the removed oil and grime makes its way back to the furniture. Finish by thoroughly drying with a clean cloth. Mild dish detergent offers one of the gentlest ways to remove oily residues from wood furniture. For a quick cleaning solution, add a generous amount of clear dish soap to a small bowl of hot water. Stir the mixture enough to create suds from the detergent; apply only the suds to a clean cloth. You do not have to immerse the cloth entirely in the mixture because the suds already contain the correct ratio of soap and water. Scrub the soapsuds into the affected area of the wood, and then wipe clean with a second, slightly damp cloth to remove the soap plus any oil and grime. Buff dry with a clean cloth. Artists, cabinetmakers and craftspeople often use mineral spirits to thin paints or stains. Though it may sound as if it might be too harsh for wood, when used conservatively, it safely removes the buildup of oils from furniture. Make certain to work in a properly ventilated setting before lightly dampening a clean cloth with a quarter-sized dab of mineral spirits. Rub the cloth over small sections at a time, being careful not to saturate the wood. Do not let mineral spirits pool on wood furniture, as it can damage the finish. Once you have cleaned the furniture, add a protective coating to restore the finish's original shine. Scoop a quarter-sized dab of paste wax or bee's wax onto a cloth and apply it to the wood furniture. Rub the cloth in circular motions to evenly distribute the wax and work it into the wood. Work in small sections at a time, until the surface is covered. Complete the process by buffing the surface with a clean cloth, again working in small sections using circular motions. This adds a protective layer so that any spills or oil stains do not penetrate the wood.
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