Oak Furniture
Our oak furniture offers incredible value for money on solid oak items for all rooms in the home. All items in our oak ranges have dove tail joints and are constructed using time honoured methods from skilled carpenters. Currently on sale is our Oxford solid oak furniture. This range benefits from a minimalist simple design and fits into modern living using traditional materials. This range benefits from having a solid oak and hardwood constructions with the additional choice of 3 handles. If you are looking for contemporary oak furniture designs this range is the one for you. London oak is also on sale and combines the modern oak styling of the Oxford range with the value for money of having oak veneers combined with hardwood panels. This range offers the best blend of quality and value oak furniture. This range is also flexible and can have 3 types of handle, Chrome for a modern look, distressed metal for a rustic Bronze Age feel or the traditional oak furniture styling of solid oak handles. The rustic oak collection is the most popular range of country oak furniture and is traditionally what we have come to think of as rustic oak design. Incorporating chunky oak cuts with dovetail joints, and a charming distressed rustic bronze effect metal handles. This range rounds off what we think is the most comprehensive range of solid oak furniture available at the lowest prices online in the UK.
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How to care for oak furniture in your home
Do not put furniture up against radiators - When you are installing your new piece of furniture, consideration should be made as to where the piece is exposed to heat. This can be a problem in a typical centrally heated home where the atmosphere can be even dryer and warmer than where the oak was originally seasoned, even treated oak is a living breathing piece of furniture that needs to be cared for to stand the test of time.
Avoid exposing new furniture to strong direct sunlight - Direct sunlight can not only fade the finish of your furniture put also cause cracks and splits in the wood. Furniture needs time to settle in the home and become acclimatised to the natural heat and moisture fluctuations.
Use natural cleaning products where possible - If your furniture is finished with natural wax only use natural cleaning products in order to avoid stripping the wax and damaging the hardwood.
Use candle wax to help lubricate drawer runners - Over time drawer can become a little stiff, if you find this is happening try using candle wax on the runners. This natural substance is best to use on untreated and exposed hardwood.
Polish in the direction of the grain - For best results applying waxes or polishes. we recommend following the grain of the wood in order to bring out the fine detail in the grain. Follow these steps to care for your new furniture from The Furniture Market™
How to care for an oiled oak finish
Oiled oak is often mistaken as being a high maintenance finish. It really is not, for everyday cleaning and care we recommend a damp lint free cloth or dry microfiber. To keep your finish in tip top shape you could oil your item every 6 months or when the finish looks a little tired. If your piece is in sunlight the finish will tend to fade sooner. When the time comes, apply an oil with a cloth or sponge in the direction of the grain. Generally speaking a pure tung oil or boiled linseed oil will do the job nicely, available at most DIY stores. Contact us for more specific advice.
How to care for a waxed oak finish
Bees wax is the most commonly use wax in traditional care routines for hardwood furniture. You may wish to use a synthetic wax that offers a tougher finish and is more resistant to heat fluctuations in the home. before applying wipe the piece down with a dry lint free or mirco fibre cloth to remove dust and particles. If you choose the more environmentally friendly bees wax we strongly advise against the use of chemical cleaning products as it will strip the wax and potentially damage the wood itself. Wax is great to bring out fine detail the grain in your piece.
How to care for a lacquered oak finish
Lacquer is the most common hardwood finish. It is normally applied over a stain to give a protective shield to the finish, in much the same way as a car has a lacquered finish over a the paint colour. Chemicals can be used to clean a lacquered surface but we advise the use of silicon free polishes and cleaning products. This type of finish is the most hard wearing finish and typically the lowest maintenance. Generally speaking a good quality spray polish should help give your furniture a nice shine.
How to care for an oiled oak finish
Oiled oak is often mistaken as being a high maintenance finish. It really is not, for everyday cleaning and care we recommend a damp lint free cloth or dry microfiber. To keep your finish in tip top shape you could oil your item every 6 months or when the finish looks a little tired. If your piece is in sunlight the finish will tend to fade sooner. When the time comes, apply an oil with a cloth or sponge in the direction of the grain. Generally speaking a pure tung oil or boiled linseed oil will do the job nicely, available at most DIY stores. Contact us for more specific advice.
How to care for a waxed oak finish
Bees wax is the most commonly use wax in traditional care routines for hardwood furniture. You may wish to use a synthetic wax that offers a tougher finish and is more resistant to heat fluctuations in the home. before applying wipe the piece down with a dry lint free or mirco fibre cloth to remove dust and particles. If you choose the more environmentally friendly bees wax we strongly advise against the use of chemical cleaning products as it will strip the wax and potentially damage the wood itself. Wax is great to bring out fine detail the grain in your piece.
How to care for a lacquered oak finish
Lacquer is the most common hardwood finish. It is normally applied over a stain to give a protective shield to the finish, in much the same way as a car has a lacquered finish over a the paint colour. Chemicals can be used to clean a lacquered surface but we advise the use of silicon free polishes and cleaning products. This type of finish is the most hard wearing finish and typically the lowest maintenance. Generally speaking a good quality spray polish should help give your furniture a nice shine.
Quality and Value as Standard
All our oak items stand up to rigorous price testing. We check our prices every day to make sure we are competitive, whist not compromising on quality. Our oak beds are solid, our wardrobes built with quality, dove tail joints on everything and the satisfaction of opening and closing a draw is guaranteed.
We pride ourselves on caring more for your new oak furniture, The Furniture Market value customers and our goal is to make a customer for life.
The History of oak use in Furniture
Oak given its latin name of 'Quercus' has been used in furniture design for over a millennium, in the Northern hemisphere. Oak use in furniture in the UK became widely used during the middle ages and was known for its strength, hence the expression "stronger than oak". Oak wood was typically customised to include intricate carvings that were often relevant to nobles, royalty and the church. With the start of the industrial revolution and the onset of World War 1 Oak supplies in the UK were severely depleted. North American Oak has become a mainstay in the oak market globally. The largest North American oak tree is the mighty red oak (Quercus rubra) growing over 134 feet. In north America there are over 60 Species of oak tree, and over 400 species of oak globally, So you can Imagine that oak from North America alone can offer a great deal of variety and texture.
Our bedroom packages can save you at least 5%
We have taken our most popular bedroom furniture and put them in to packages, and have passed the savings directly on to you! Save 5% on our already heavily discounted prices ALL ITEMS ARE IN STOCK! ready for delivery.
