Why have a rustic oak table?
For centuries, Oak has been regarded as a symbol of strength, pride, durability and prestige. Oak furniture was valued for its great durability and high resistance to pests and fungi. With time, it lost its popularity among the wealthy in favour of exotic trees from other parts of the world. Today, oak is once again experiencing a renaissance. Customers from Poland and abroad willingly reach for oak furniture, which is a symbol of durable and functional furniture.
Characteristics of oak furniture
Despite its high price, oak is a king among European wood species. Why?
Oak furniture is very durable and resistant to mechanical damage. Moreover, they are distinguished by a beautiful, warm, slightly golden colour. They are also characterised by a rich, unique grain pattern. Usually, the rings are unevenly distributed and of different sizes. Oak is ideal for table legs, tabletops, desks, as well as furniture legs and fronts. When using solid plank furniture, it is important to remember that large oak surfaces can warp if not joined properly and if subjected to changes in heat or humidity. These can be unwanted cracks in the tabletop causing difficulties in unfolding them. The manufacturer of Meble Dąb has proposed its own recipe for solving this problem.
Colours
It is worth mentioning that it is relatively easy to change the colour of oak furniture. The colour is given by staining or coating the furniture with oil. Natural oak wood is grey-yellow, but with the passing of time, it begins to darken to a light or dark brown colour. The colour gains depth – it darkens. It should also be remembered that if we do not want oak furniture to undergo the natural process of darkening, because we want to maintain its original colour, we should use light-protective agents.
Luxury Furniture
Oak furniture is distinguished by excellent quality and exudes universal beauty. An elegantly furnished office or living room, full of oak furniture, is an excellent solution for years. Oak showcases, filled with kilograms of necessary literature, or functional wooden cabinets, will prove indispensable and comfortable for their user and will fill your guests with a feeling of admiration. When buying oak furniture, we don’t have to worry about current fashion as oak furniture is timeless.
An investment for generations
Furniture is not like clothes, it is meant to serve us for many years. Therefore, it is important to choose the right craftsmen who will use the potential of this material. An oak piece of furniture from a good carpenter’s hand will give the impression that it will last forever in an unchanged state.
