Solid wood furniture is highly favored because of its natural texture and durability, but if you lack experience when buying, it is easy to step on the pit.The first major trap is that the material is shoddy. Some businesses use “skin-on solid wood” or “frame solid wood” to pretend to be all solid wood. Consumers can tell by observing whether the cross-section texture is consistent and smelling the smell (all solid wood has no pungent chemical smell).
The second major trap is that the process cuts corners, such as the tenon and mortise structure is not tight, the drawer track is stuck, and the surface coating contains high VOC (volatile organic compound) chemical paint.When purchasing, check whether the edges are smooth and the drawers are pushed and pulled smoothly, and give priority to water-based paint or wood wax oil-treated products.
The third major trap is poor structural stability. If the lightly shaken furniture is shaken and the four feet are uneven, it will be easy to deform after long-term use.During the test, you can sit on it to experience the load-bearing feeling, and confirm the moisture content of the wood (recommended 8%-12%), which is too low and easy to crack, and too high and easy to mold.
Avoiding these traps, solid wood furniture can become a durable and beautiful “long companion” in the home.
