Caring for Solid Ash Doors.

Hallmark Kitchen Designs offer  solid & veneered Ash kitchen products. These are RAW products, and will need to be either sealed /treaded with stain or natural sealer or painted to make the products suitable for kitchen use. Once sealed, these products will supply years of use with the following guidance.

Cleaning and General Care.

• Dust Regularly: Once or twice a week, dust the doors with a soft, dry microfiber cloth to prevent dirt buildup.
• Wipe Spills Immediately: Clean up any spills, especially strong dyes or concentrated juices, as soon as they happen to prevent staining. Afterward, wipe the area dry.
• Gentle Cleaning Solution: For general marks and fingerprints, use a very mild solution of warm water and household detergent (non-abrasive dish soap).
  • Dampen a soft cloth with the solution and wring it out thoroughly to avoid excess moisture on the wood.
  • Wipe the surface gently, following the natural grain pattern of the timber.
  • Follow up with a fresh, clean, damp cloth to remove any soap residue, and then immediately dry the area with another soft, clean cloth.
• Avoid Harsh Cleaners: Never use abrasive cleaners, bleach, solvents, or highly acidic products like vinegar (unless heavily diluted for specific spot treatments as advised by a professional), as these can permanently damage the finish.

Maintenance and repair.

• Address damage promptly: If you notice any lifting, bubbles, or nicks, repair them immediately to prevent moisture or heat from causing further damage.
• Maintain Vulnerable points: All Panels, Posts or any furniture touching the floor should be considered a vulnerable point, and extra care should be taken when using a floor mop. If there is a spillage, then it should be dealt with immediately to avoid water ingress. These vulnerable points should be sealed for extra protection. Silicone and Sealants can perish over time, and will need to be re-applied as part of the on going kitchen maintenance.
• Avoid excessive heat: Do not open dishwasher doors until the cycle has finished fully, and the cavity has dried and cooled down. Do not leave oven door open, for long periods of time during cooking. Do not use high heat generating appliances like kettles, toasters air fryers etc. under kitchen furniture.  Not following the above guidance can cause your kitchen products to crack, warp, swell or peel.
• Ventilation: To avoid any adverse effect to your kitchen products, a well ventilated room in recommended.  Always use your cooker extractor whilst cooking, and open windows or doors to remove surplus moisture when needed.

• Limit direct sun & Humidity: Timber finishes will change colour when exposed to sun light, and humidity – the intensity of exposure will affect the rate of change. This is an inevitable natural feature of timber products. Because of this, any replacement doors required at any point in the future, will not be an exact match.  Although they will age/blend in better over time.

By following these guidelines, you can ensure your solid ash kitchen doors remain in excellent condition for many years.