Keep the temperature and humidity constant: Compared with hardwood furniture, elm furniture has a lower density, so the shrinkage and dampness are even greater. In addition, most elm furniture is not painted, only hot wax. Therefore, elm furniture is relatively more easily deformed, and the indoor temperature is required to be kept at 20~30℃ and the humidity at 40~50%. Try not to place it in humid or dry places, such as stoves, radiators, basements, etc., to avoid mildew or dryness. If you live in a bungalow with a low terrain, try to raise the legs and feet of the furniture, otherwise the legs are easily corroded by moisture. If possible, nail the feet of the furniture as much as possible with rubber pads or small wooden pieces.
Don't pull it when you move it: Elm wood contains "random patterns", so when you move or move the furniture, you should handle it with care, not pull it hard, so as not to damage the tenon and tenon structure. Tables and chairs cannot be lifted and fall off easily. They should be lifted from the side of the table and chair. It is best to remove the door and then lift the cabinet to reduce weight and avoid movement of the cabinet door. If you need to move particularly heavy furniture, you can use a soft rope to put it under the furniture chassis and lift it up and then move it.
Wipe frequently and keep clean: Wipe frequently, try to use a clean, soft dry cloth when wiping, and gently wipe back and forth along the wood grain.
Avoid long-term exposure to the sun: try not to put elm furniture in the sun, especially in front of large south-facing glass windows. Long-term direct sunlight will cause the furniture to fade and dry.
Try to avoid load-bearing: In order to prevent the furniture from deforming, try to avoid placing heavy objects on the surface of the furniture for a long time, such as TVs and fish tanks. A layer of soft film should be used when placing items, and movements should be light when moving and placing them to avoid damage.
Do not place corrosive and stained items: Elm furniture is not only low in density, but also highly hygroscopic. Therefore, try not to put corrosive and dyeing chemicals on the surface of the furniture. Such as detergent, hot water cup, ink, etc.
Regular maintenance: under normal circumstances, waxing once a quarter.