Sawkille Co. furniture is built from solid hardwoods, locally sourced and sustainably harvested. Our hand-rubbed oil and wax finishes, though labor intensive, allow for a natural aging process which lends a beautiful, rich patina to our pieces. Air and sunlight will color the wood with a subtlety unmatched by man-made techniques and each wood species has unique qualities. The location of your furniture in the space will determine how the wood’s finish will evolve over time.

Recommended Daily Care: Use a clean, damp cloth to wipe furniture surface until clean, follow with a dry towel. 

Protecting From Stains: Do not let moisture from spills settle into wood’s surface. Do not place hot objects such as pots, pans, dishware, irons, etc on furniture surface. Do not use chemicals or abrasive cleaning products on surfaces. 

When to Condition: The wax finish on your furniture protects it against elements that can harm it. Frequency of waxing will depend on the amount and type of use your furniture receives. For example, a dining table will require more frequent waxing than a sideboard. Frequent dusting is recommended. Re-waxing every 3-6 months is considered good preventative care. A dining table used every day may need waxing every month. A basic rule of thumb: when the finish is dull and needs more luster, it is probably time to re-wax. 

Basic Waxing Technique: To bring back the original shine of our oil-and-wax finish, you will need Howard Feed N Wax Wood Polish and two clean rags.

1) Lightly work Feed N Wax into surface using a rag; always work in the direction of the grain of the wood.

2) Allow polish to set for 15-20 minutes.

3) Using clean rag, wipe all excess wax, buffing the surface to original sheen. 

Care kits including Feed N Wax, ring remover, and rags are available for purchase.

**Basic Waxing Technique outlined above does not apply to bleached or lacquered finishes**