Durable, versatile, and fully customisable, wooden drawers are an excellent addition to any home.
However, for your clients to get the most out of them, they must ensure they’re taking good care of them.
In this blog, the Probox experts explore the top five cleaning and maintenance tips you can give to your customers, to maximise the lifespan of their wooden drawers.
Clean regularly
Like most things, wooden drawers need to be cleaned regularly to be kept in good condition.
To do this, advise your clients to:
Empty the drawers
Before anything, the drawers need to be emptied, so take everything out and put it safely to one side before cleaning.
Dust it out
Once the drawers have been emptied, grab a clean, dry cloth or soft brush and wipe away any dirt, crumbs, and dust particles.
For those experiencing a large amount of build-up, we recommend vacuuming inside to ensure the drawer is free from all dirt and debris.
Clean with a gentle solution
When it comes to cleaning the wood,use mild cleaning solutions, like warm water with a drop of dish soap, to gently wipe down the insides, scrubbing a little harder for particularly stubborn stains.
Wipe dry immediately
Leftover moisture that’s left to sit for too long can damage the wood, so soak up any excess with a clean, dry cloth.
Polish the hardware
The outside is just as important as the inside, so polish all drawer handles and knobs with the same gentle cleaning solution, removing any fingerprints and giving them a little extra shine.
Avoid excessive weight
Overloading drawers can put unnecessary pressure on the drawer runners, so advise your clients to take their runner capacity into consideration when loading their drawers.
We also supply Blum Movento Drawer Runners, which boast incredible load-bearing capacities of up to 70kg, depending on the length required, so you can be confident you can provide a suitable solution for their needs.
Lubricate runners regularly
Speaking of drawer runners, your clients should lubricate them at least twice a year – every 3-6 months or so – for optimal drawer functionality. This is especially important in high-use areas like kitchens, where drawers endure frequent attention.
If your clients are unsure of when they need to lubricate their drawer runners, tell them to keep an eye out for the following red flags:
- Drawers that are difficult to open and close
- Grinding or scraping noises
- Visible dirt buildup
Advise them to clean runners thoroughly to remove any buildups of dirt, dust, and other debris, before applying a high-quality lubricant and testing to see if the drawer opens and closes smoothly.
However, this isn’t necessary for the Blum Movento Runners, that we supply, as they’re permanently lubricated.
Need more expert advice?
Whether you need more expert maintenance tips for wooden drawer boxes, or your client has a bespoke requirement for their project, you’ve come to the right place.
Here at Probox, we’ve been supporting businesses just like yours with the highest quality products and specialist support for over 20 years, using cutting-edge woodworking machinery and working with highly trained craftspeople to help you complete projects to a high standard.
All our products are available to browse and shop online for convenient next-working-day delivery (or 10 days for bespoke drawers), so you’ll have everything you need for your next job.
With every order we receive, we pledge to plant a tree as part of our ongoing partnership with the One Tree Planted organisation, so you can, as a business, help the environment and showcase your commitment to environmental sustainability to your customers.
To find out more about this initiative, or to discuss your customer’s bespoke needs in further detail, get in touch with our expert team today by calling 01280 825 776 or emailing sales@staging.staging.proboxdrawers.co.uk.
