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Furniture Care
For all of your care and cleaning needs for furniture in New Braunfels, we’re here to help! At Amish Oak in Texas, we know you want to keep your heirloom furniture looking like the day you bought it for as long as possible. Different types of furniture require different types of care. From fabric furnishings to solid oak pieces, these articles can walk you through the day to day care and cleaning that will keep your furniture in great condition. Learn to dust without leaving scratches in your solid wood dining table, read about conditioning your leather couch without staining it, and discover the best ways to keep your fabric furniture from fading.
Guardsman furniture care products
We want you to be happy with the look of your furniture for years to come, so we are providing these tips on the proper care and maintenance of your investment. Our store recommends that you use Guardsman furniture care products for all of your furniture—and we carry...
Types of American Hardwood Used in Amish Furniture
Wood is one of the most precious materials for decorating a room and making it comfortable. Despite many species of trees that provide wood, some sources are preferred. The type of wood selected determines the quality of the...
Keeping Your Furniture Safe from Pets
Do you own a pet? If that’s the case, furniture damage due to wear is unavoidable and will become a part of life. If you’ve shared your home with furry friends for a long time, you’ve likely seen claw marks on upholstery, chewed up table corners, an endless supply of...
Furniture Maintenance
Heirloom furniture can require occasional maintenance to keep it looking like new. These articles will help New Braunfels and San Antonio furniture owners learn the best way to maintain their high quality furnishings at home. Whether it’s casual maintenance or significant repairs, we’re here to help. From quick remedies for a small spill on a leather armchair, or tips on the proper way to repair a deep scratch in a solid wood desk, these articles will look at the best maintenance tips for your heirloom furniture.
To Polish Or Not To Polish
For many homeowners, some of their prized possessions are their hardwood furniture pieces. Whether hand chosen at a local furniture store or passed down through the generations, hardwood furniture is a wonderful addition to any home. Amish furniture made from real...
Body Oils And Your Leather Furniture
No matter how careful we are to keep food, beverages, and pets away from it, leather furniture will still receive everyday wear and tear. A sometimes unnoticed cause of damage to leather furniture actually comes from your skin. What Do Body Oils Do to Leather?...
What To Do If Your Wood Furniture Gets A Scratch
Whether you have a newly purchased piece of solid wood furniture or it’s an heirloom piece, getting a scratch on the piece can be distressing. As with any type of furniture, eventual wear and tear are inevitable, and scratches are no exception. While a blemish on your...
Furniture Materials & Quality
At Amish Oak in Texas, we often get questions about the types of furniture materials we use, and about the quality of the heirloom pieces we carry in our New Braunfels and San Antonio furniture stores. Have you ever wondered why different types of wood are better for certain pieces of furniture? What the difference in real leather and faux leather is? Or even what type of fabric furniture would be best for a household with pets? These articles can answer these and more questions about your furniture in San Antonio.
Rocking Chair vs. Glider: Which Is Right for You?
If you’re considering adding a rocking chair in your living room, it’s important to know the distinctions between the different types. It turns out that not all rockers are created equal, and some might be better than others, depending on your needs. For example, if...
Choosing the Right Desk for Your Home Office
The comfortability of your home office desk creates a better working environment that is essential for a smoother productive workday. As working from home is becoming more common, you might need to purchase a suitable desk for your home office to complete your work...
Time-Tested Joinery Techniques Used in Amish Furniture
Amish furniture has long been known for its quality. Compared to modern furniture, Amish pieces tend to last a lot longer due to the quality of materials used and the labor put into each piece. Their techniques have been passed down through the generations, and...