Causes and solutions for deformation of ash planks

 When people buy furniture based on quality, log doors and furniture are very popular among the general public. For example, furniture made of ash wood is very popular. However, due to the possibility of deformation of ash wood, many people hesitate to buy it. So what is the solution to the deformation of ash wood?

Reasons for deformation of ash:

1. Damp

The high moisture content of the wood is another major reason for the deformation of ash furniture. As the moisture content decreases during use, the internal stress of the wood will gradually become apparent, eventually leading to deformation and cracking.

2. Design structure

Whether the design structure is reasonable (including the interior); whether it is manufactured according to the process requirements in actual production; whether the adhesive is fully cured; whether the transportation and placement meet the requirements; the environmental conditions of the place of use, etc. are also important reasons for the deformation of elm.

3. Material issues

Whether it's solid wood doors or furniture, or composite doors or furniture, they all contain wood. Like other materials, wood shrinks and swells with moisture. Logs are natural and therefore deform more severely than synthetic materials. Furthermore, log furniture is larger and has fewer fixing points, making it the most susceptible to deformation and cracking.

Solution to deformation of ash:

There are several types of deformation in ash wood. One type is pseudo-deformation, caused by changes in the usage environment. If the window is open, in the cold and dry winter, the window-side ash wood furniture will easily develop a "pot bottom bend" (bending toward the window); in the hot and humid summer, ash wood will easily develop a "bridge hole bend" (bending toward the room). However, after a year of seasonal changes, ash wood will stabilize.

However, some deformations are quality issues. For example, improper material selection. The wood must meet Beijing's moisture content requirements. Too high or too low will cause deformation. The board and the core are glued together under pressure with white glue. During this process, the solidification strength must be the same, and they cannot be moved at will before the white glue is fixed into shape. If the solidification time is shortened, it is easy to cause loose adhesion, resulting in deformation. However, some unscrupulous manufacturers find that the elm is bent after production, and they may use a straightener to straighten the furniture. Consumers buy good furniture, but after about a month, the furniture will slowly return to its original shape, which is what consumers call "deformation". In this case, you have to contact the manufacturer.

Long-term exposure to moisture can also cause deformation. For example, in some small bathrooms, if water splashes onto furniture, ash wood will inevitably deform. Generally speaking, if a piece of furniture is found to be deformed after one month and still does not recover after 2-3 months of observation, it can basically be considered a quality issue and the manufacturer can be asked to fix it.

There are many reasons for the deformation of ash. After all, it is solid wood and will have this problem. It has both advantages and disadvantages, but there is no need to be afraid. Usually big brands will have after-sales issues. As long as you ask about the relevant matters, you don’t need to worry too much.