Wood Veneer Care and Cleaning: A Practical Guide

With the right care, wood-veneered surfaces keep their original appearance for many years. The practical recommendations below apply to both natural and engineered veneered panels.

Daily and General Cleaning

• Use a soft, lightly damp cloth; then wipe dry with a dry cloth.
• Prefer pH-neutral, mild cleaners.
• Remove dust with a microfiber cloth, in the direction of the grain.

What to Avoid

• Abrasive sponges, scouring powders and hard brushes.
• Solvents / aggressive chemicals (acetone, thinner, those containing ammonia/bleach).
• Excess water: do not leave the surface wet; water can seep in from the edges.

Against Stains

• Wipe up spills immediately with a dry / lightly damp cloth.
• For stubborn stains, first test on an inconspicuous area.
• For greasy stains, wipe gently with a pH-neutral cleaner.

Protection Tips

• Use a coaster for hot pots/glasses and a cutting board for cutting.
• Do not expose the surface to direct and prolonged sunlight; the tone may lighten over time.
• Keep the ambient humidity balanced; both excessive humidity and excessive dryness are harmful to wood.

Care by Surface Finish

Veneered panels are usually protected with a lacquer/varnish (matte, satin or gloss). Use mild products suitable for the finish type; avoid procedures that would wear down the lacquer layer. For uncoated (raw) surfaces, applying a protective coating is recommended.

In Summary

| Do | Don't | |-------|----------| | Soft damp cloth + dry wipe | Abrasive sponge / powder | | pH-neutral cleaner | Solvents, bleaching chemicals | | Coasters and protection | Leaving the surface wet |

For wood veneer types and their properties, see our Types of Wood Veneer article, and for our products, take a look at the Veneers page. For your questions, get in touch with us.