How can you prevent solid wood furniture from cracking or warping over time?

The stability of solid wood furniture in hot, humid or dry environments is mainly affected by the characteristics of wood. Solid wood is a natural material with the characteristics of absorbing and releasing moisture, so it will expand or shrink with changes in the environment, causing deformation, cracking or other damage.
Long-term exposure to strong sunlight will cause the surface of solid wood to fade, and excessive heat will accelerate the drying of solid wood, which may cause cracking and deformation. Solution: Avoid placing solid wood furniture next to windows or in direct sunlight. You can use curtains or sunshades to reduce direct sunlight on the furniture.
A humid environment will cause solid wood to absorb moisture and expand, while an overly dry environment will cause solid wood to lose water and shrink, and cracks and deformation may occur. Solution: Humidity control: Use an air dehumidifier or humidity regulator in a humid environment to keep the indoor humidity between 40%-60%.
Use a humidifier: Use a humidifier in an overly dry environment to help the wood maintain proper moisture. Avoid excessive moisture: Avoid placing solid wood furniture in high humidity areas, such as bathrooms, basements, etc., to prevent solid wood from expanding and deforming due to excessive moisture.
Drastic changes in high and low temperatures may cause solid wood to expand or shrink, affecting the stability of furniture. Solution: Avoid placing solid wood furniture near heat sources, such as heating, air conditioning outlets, etc. Do not change the indoor temperature sharply when the temperature is too high or too low. Keeping the temperature constant helps reduce the stress changes of solid wood.
Irregular maintenance will cause solid wood to lose its luster, damage the surface protective film, and be vulnerable to the external environment. Solution: Regularly apply wood wax oil or natural oil to solid wood furniture to form a protective film, which can isolate direct contact with air moisture to a certain extent and reduce the expansion and contraction of solid wood. Use special detergents for cleaning and avoid using overly strong chemicals. Keep the natural oil on the surface of solid wood to prevent cracking.
Water stains will penetrate solid wood, causing wood expansion or watermarks, which will affect the stability of furniture.
Solution: Avoid exposing solid wood furniture to water sources for a long time (such as kitchens, bathrooms, etc.). If water is accidentally spilled on the surface of the furniture, wipe it dry as soon as possible. Use tablecloths, mats or protective pads in places susceptible to water stains to reduce moisture damage to solid wood.
To maintain the stability of solid wood furniture in hot, humid or dry environments, the key is to avoid drastic changes in temperature and humidity, regular maintenance, appropriate selection of wood, and take necessary protective measures, such as avoiding direct sunlight, maintaining moderate air humidity, and avoiding water stains. Through these methods, the service life of solid wood furniture can be effectively extended and its appearance and structure can be kept stable.