Wooden toy box is a smart investment not just because all those toys will finally find their own home, but you can also pass it down as an heirloom item to the next generation. A wooden toy box comes with sturdy and robust body, making it an ideal storage solution and also an essential home décor item. However, over the period of time, this toy box which was once a vital thing in your kid’s life may wind up tucked away in the corner of your room unattended for years. Learning how to take care of wooden toy box is important to increase its shelf life.
Here are few simple tips to take care of solid wood toy box at your home.
Periodic cleaning:
Periodic cleaning is important to keep your wooden chest shine throughout the year. Over the time, just like any other wooden items, it can also build up dirt and grime if left neglected. Unlike plastic boxes, you cannot use over-the-counter chemical solution to clean it. You need to use mild cleanser specially designed for wooden furniture. It’s wise to consider routine dusting and cleaning with damp cloth to prevent it accumulating dirt. While cleaning, pay close attention to the the lid joints to make sure that they’re tightened. You can also add coating solution to give it that extra shine on the body.
Add trim: Adding protective trim to the edges adds life to the box. Over the period of usage, it receives a lot of harsh treatments that a toddler can dish out. You need to protect the edges and the inner frame of the lid where it slams while closing. You can stick adhesive rubber strip that will bear the sudden shock when closing.
Consider customized toy box:
Over the course of time, wooden texture may lose its shine and incur cuts and scratches. To restore the glow, use matching wood putty or filler paints to repair prominent stains. Sometimes, crayons do wonder to hide out small cuts. On the other hand, you may need little sanding and polishing for bigger cuts. Take a note- you need to repair the cuts as soon as you see them. The longer you will take time, the worse it will go. When you repair it on time, you have better chance to bring it back to its original look and feel standard.
Refurbish to make it more useful:
Your toy box ages as your kids grow. Their interest shifts and chances that the toy box may turn into a less useful thing. This is the time when you need to consider a little facelift of the box to compel your growing kids to use the box on regular basis. Remodeling the box will add a whole new life to it. If it’s a homemade wooden box, you can simply strip off the color and repaint, or else you can contact Wood Creations Inc. to get it engraved with your kid’s name or add some whimsy design that will blend in his room décor.
When cleaning your wooden toy box, you need to be very careful about hardware connection. The best way to ensure maximum safety is to connect with Wood Creations Inc. to get professional help.
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AuthorWood Creations Inc. is a family owned business operated by Bob and Julie Beck. Our company started many years ago making toy boxes for friends and relatives who had small children. Soon after, we had requests from others looking for an attractive toy chest. ArchivesCategories |