Dining
room furniture is made of various materials and one of the principal materials
used is wood. Some are made from real
wood while others are from lacquer. The
question is which of these two materials is better? Knowing the qualities of each one can help
you decide the next time you buy a new dining set.
Real Wood Furniture
The
basic reason why some homeowners choose real wood furniture over lacquer is its
craftsmanship. Real wood can be easily identified with the “real wood
furniture seal”. Check for this seal if
you want to buy a dining set that is made of natural wood.
Real wood is also classified into two
groups: soft and hard woods. Either
of these two groups of wood is suitable for indoor furniture. Certain types of wood can be had for outdoor
furniture such as teak wood for your patio.
Its
being easy to maintain is another good quality of wooden furniture. Regular dusting will keep your wood furniture
to lasts you longer.
Both
softwood and hardwood can be carved although the former is easier to carve
making it cheaper than the latter.
Wooden
furniture can add to the welcoming and comforting appeal of your home.
You
can always find furniture made from real wood at affordable prices.
Lacquer
Furniture
Used
as a finishing for wood, lacquer hides the color and wood grains. Furniture that has a lacquer finish can
either be silky or matte. The silky look
is the most favored though.
The
lacquer finish safeguards your furniture from cracks or gaps that is common
with wooden pieces.
Marks
and stains are not easily seen but must still be wiped off immediately.
It can easily
fade if it usually gets wet or moist.
It is
durable and lasts longer.
To protect
your lacquer furniture, spray a few amount of polish regularly and wipe it with
a clean cloth to maintain its luster.
Your
choice of material for your dining room set does not matter much, as it is more
important to buy one that is appropriate for the family. Likewise, it should suit your personality and
must fit your requirements. Real wood or
lacquer furniture are both durable and will last you longer; nevertheless, you
still need to observe proper maintenance.
