{"version":"1.0","provider_name":"Interior Design Ideas For Your Home","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.furnitureinfashion.net\/blog","title":"How to Care for Solid Oak Dining Tables So They Look New for Years - FIF Blog","type":"rich","width":600,"height":338,"html":"<blockquote class=\"wp-embedded-content\" data-secret=\"eGm6zp6fUO\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.furnitureinfashion.net\/blog\/how-to-care-for-solid-oak-dining-tables\/\">How to Care for Solid Oak Dining Tables So They Look New for Years<\/a><\/blockquote><iframe sandbox=\"allow-scripts\" security=\"restricted\" src=\"https:\/\/www.furnitureinfashion.net\/blog\/how-to-care-for-solid-oak-dining-tables\/embed\/#?secret=eGm6zp6fUO\" width=\"600\" height=\"338\" title=\"&#8220;How to Care for Solid Oak Dining Tables So They Look New for Years&#8221; &#8212; Interior Design Ideas For Your Home\" data-secret=\"eGm6zp6fUO\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" class=\"wp-embedded-content\"><\/iframe><script type=\"text\/javascript\">\n\/* <![CDATA[ *\/\n\/*! This file is auto-generated *\/\n!function(d,l){\"use strict\";l.querySelector&&d.addEventListener&&\"undefined\"!=typeof URL&&(d.wp=d.wp||{},d.wp.receiveEmbedMessage||(d.wp.receiveEmbedMessage=function(e){var t=e.data;if((t||t.secret||t.message||t.value)&&!\/[^a-zA-Z0-9]\/.test(t.secret)){for(var s,r,n,a=l.querySelectorAll('iframe[data-secret=\"'+t.secret+'\"]'),o=l.querySelectorAll('blockquote[data-secret=\"'+t.secret+'\"]'),c=new RegExp(\"^https?:$\",\"i\"),i=0;i<o.length;i++)o[i].style.display=\"none\";for(i=0;i<a.length;i++)s=a[i],e.source===s.contentWindow&&(s.removeAttribute(\"style\"),\"height\"===t.message?(1e3<(r=parseInt(t.value,10))?r=1e3:~~r<200&&(r=200),s.height=r):\"link\"===t.message&&(r=new URL(s.getAttribute(\"src\")),n=new URL(t.value),c.test(n.protocol))&&n.host===r.host&&l.activeElement===s&&(d.top.location.href=t.value))}},d.addEventListener(\"message\",d.wp.receiveEmbedMessage,!1),l.addEventListener(\"DOMContentLoaded\",function(){for(var e,t,s=l.querySelectorAll(\"iframe.wp-embedded-content\"),r=0;r<s.length;r++)(t=(e=s[r]).getAttribute(\"data-secret\"))||(t=Math.random().toString(36).substring(2,12),e.src+=\"#?secret=\"+t,e.setAttribute(\"data-secret\",t)),e.contentWindow.postMessage({message:\"ready\",secret:t},\"*\")},!1)))}(window,document);\n\/\/# sourceURL=https:\/\/www.furnitureinfashion.net\/blog\/wp-includes\/js\/wp-embed.min.js\n\/* ]]> *\/\n<\/script>\n","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/www.furnitureinfashion.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/dumy-1024x486-1.jpg","thumbnail_width":1024,"thumbnail_height":486,"description":"How to Care for Solid Oak Dining Tables So They Look New for Years - Solid oak is one of the most forgiving timbers for a dining table, and with a simple routine it ages beautifully rather than wearing out. This practical guide explains how to care for a solid oak dining table so it keeps looking fresh for years. We begin with the most important step: identifying whether your table is oiled, waxed or lacquered, since every care decision depends on the finish. From there we set out an easy everyday cleaning routine, the habits that protect the surface from heat, water and scratches, and why sunlight and central heating matter so much in British homes. We then walk through seasonal care, including how to apply oil or wax correctly and safely, and what lacquered tables need. Finally, we cover common marks such as white rings, dark stains, light scratches and small dents, with sensible approaches for each, plus advice on caring for matching sideboards and chairs so the whole set ages together evenly."}