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In response to growing environmental concerns, the availability of pure solid wood furniture has significantly decreased. Most solid wood furniture today is made using a combination of natural wood and artificial boards. This approach helps prevent issues like cracking and warping that often occur when solid wood is used in large quantities. While it preserves the natural beauty and texture of real wood, it also reduces the traditional elegance and nobility associated with solid wood furniture. Due to the differences in materials, the price variation between all-solid-wood, solid-wood-furniture, sheet-furniture, and board-wood-combination furniture can exceed a thousand yuan. Therefore, when purchasing solid wood furniture, it's crucial to carefully examine the materials and their usage.
Currently, over ten types of wood are commonly used in solid wood furniture, including beech, teak, maple, oak, ash, birch, elm, poplar, linden, and pine. Among these, beech and oak (especially Fraxinus mandshurica) are the most expensive, which directly affects the overall cost. When evaluating solid wood furniture, pay attention to the grain and imperfections, as genuine solid wood features a natural wood pattern. A high-quality solid wood panel will show consistent patterns from both the front and the back, and you should also expect visible knots or scars on the surface, with corresponding ones on the reverse side.
**Shopping Tips**
**"Three Looks":**
1. **Look at the Material**: High-quality solid wood furniture typically has dry, white wood with a clear and fine grain. After opening the drawers or doors, there should be no strong or irritating odors, indicating proper treatment and quality craftsmanship.
2. **Look at the Components**: When shopping for solid wood furniture, inspect the load-bearing parts such as chair legs, uprights, and horizontal supports. Ensure they are free of major cracks, splits, or damage. Check the smoothness of drawer glides and whether all joints are properly tightened. Also, verify if internal man-made boards are edge-sealed and if hardware is securely installed without visible nails or screws.
3. **Look at the Origin**: If the moisture content of the wood is higher than the average in the region where it will be used, it may lead to problems like cracking, warping, or loosening. It’s best to purchase furniture from reputable brands that use advanced drying techniques to ensure stability.
**"Two Touches":**
- **Touch the Surface**: A well-made solid wood piece should have a smooth surface without bumps or rough spots. Pay attention to corners and edges—if they feel rough or have thick paint, it may indicate poor craftsmanship.
**"One Press":**
- **Press the Stress Points**: Gently press on key stress areas such as table legs, drawer supports, or shelf brackets to test the stability and strength of the furniture.
**Check Paint Quality:**
After the surface is painted, it becomes a "paint board." When selecting, check for three key points: the paint should be even, smooth, and free of imperfections (excluding chamfered edges). Also, ensure there are no paint leaks, bubbles, or cracks.