A complete guide to home decoration maintenance knowledge
Stickers and wall painting focus on "replenishing moisture" and "locking moisture"
Mr. Chen's house has three bedrooms, two living rooms and two bathrooms, with a construction area of 128 square meters. It was fully renovated last winter. He told everyone that the focus of winter wall decoration is on "replenishing moisture" and "locking moisture". "Replenishing moisture" and "locking moisture" are two levels of human skin care in winter. "Replenishing moisture" is deep, which is to transport moisture into the basal layer of the skin to fundamentally solve the problem of dry skin. It is not enough to replenish moisture, but also to prevent the loss of moisture. At this time, it is necessary to add "locking moisture" substances to the surface of the skin to lock the moisture just added and prevent it from being easily lost.
The same is true for winter decoration. The dry environment in the north will cause certain harm to the floor, wallpaper, furniture, etc. in the room, and it also needs "replenishing moisture" and "locking moisture".
■ "Replenish water" before pasting wallpaper
Most of the wall decorations in homes nowadays are made of paint or wallpaper and wall cloth. In summer, because the air is humid, it is not very troublesome to paste wallpaper and wall cloth. After normal construction, open the doors and windows to let the wall dry quickly. In winter, there are many problems to pay attention to when pasting wallpaper and wall cloth.
Mr. Chen told reporters that when he was decorating last year, he needed to paste wallpaper in the bedroom. At that time, the weather was cold and the temperature in the room was only about 8°C. Master Cao, who professionally pastes wallpaper, first put a large basin of warm water (about 30 degrees Celsius), soaked the wallpaper in the water for 10 minutes, let it fully absorb moisture, then wiped off the water droplets on the surface with a rag, and then applied glue to paste. After the wallpaper is laid, you cannot open the doors and windows as wide as in summer to let the wall dry quickly. Doing so will easily cause the newly pasted wallpaper to be dried by the "through wind", thereby losing water and deforming. You must close the doors and windows, keep warm and moisturize, and let the wallpaper dry naturally in the shade, otherwise it will cause the wallpaper to curl and bulge. Mr. Chen said: "Look at the walls of my house. After a winter and summer, the wallpaper on the wall is still very flat, just like it was just pasted yesterday."
■ "Lock in moisture" after painting the wall
Mr. Chen's living room is painted with environmentally friendly paint, because the indoor air is dry in winter and water loss is fast. If the putty is scraped too thick, it is easy to cause hollowing, cracking, and uneven wall surface. Therefore, the decoration workers added a lot of cellulose to the putty powder and scraped the putty very thinly. In addition, when painting the wall in winter, the ratio of paint and water should be slightly adjusted, and more water should be added appropriately, so that it will not be dried by the wind quickly after it is applied to the wall. In order to prevent the latex paint wall that has not dried thoroughly after decoration from being frozen and cracked, Mr. Chen followed the advice of the person in charge of the decoration company and only opened the door and window on a sunny afternoon to let the house breathe.
In fact, paint is more delicate than wallpaper. In addition to "replenishing water", it is also necessary to "lock in moisture" for maintenance. It is best to buy some potted green plants in a renovated house. Large-leaf subtropical plants such as iron trees and green radish can be used in large rooms, while Clivia and Chlorophytum can be used in smaller rooms. The house will inevitably have some smell after the paint is just painted. These green plants can not only purify the air, but also increase the humidity in the room and retain moisture, killing two birds with one stone.
Floor care, waxing and sun protection
In winter, the temperature difference between indoor and outdoor is large, and the climate is dry. In order to live comfortably, Mr. Chen suggested that in the cold winter, the "face" of the floor should also be moisturized.
■ Solid wood floor: Make a solid wax "mask"
Solid wood flooring has the most prominent and noble status in the floor family, but it is also the most susceptible to external environmental interference. When the humidity and temperature change, it is most likely to deform and crack.
Solid wood flooring likes an environment with a temperature below 28℃ and a humidity between 50% and 70%. In the case of geothermal heating in winter, solid wood flooring will shrink due to water loss, and the joint gap will increase. At this time, you need to apply a "mask" to the solid wood floor - solid wax. Before waxing, wipe the solid wood floor clean, then evenly apply a layer of solid wax, and wipe it with a soft cloth after it is slightly dry. In order to make the solid wood floor "eternally young", it is recommended to wax it twice a year.
The daily care of solid wood flooring is very simple. Just wring out the cotton mop and wipe it. Don't make it too wet. If there are stubborn stains on the floor, it is recommended to wipe it with a neutral cleaning solvent first, and then wipe it with a wrung cotton mop. Do not use acid, alkali or gasoline solvents to scrub, which will easily "disfigure" the solid wood floor.
■ Laminate floor: Wipe with a wet mop to "rehydrate"
Although laminate flooring is not as luxurious as solid wood flooring, it is popular because of its good quality, low price and easy maintenance. Laminate flooring is tougher and easier to maintain. Generally speaking, winter is relatively dry, and the moisture content of laminate flooring should be maintained like protecting human skin. It should be wiped with a wet mop frequently to increase the surface humidity. If the laminate flooring has "cracks", it is recommended to contact the sales unit and ask professionals to perform local "surgery" and fill it.
■ Bamboo floor: Sun protection in winter is also required
. Bamboo flooring is most afraid of sunlight, because strong ultraviolet rays will cause the paint on its surface to oxidize. Although the sunlight is not strong in winter, bamboo flooring still needs sun protection. The weather is dry in winter, and the surface of bamboo flooring is also dry and easily damaged. If the paint surface is damaged, it should be repaired with ordinary varnish or by asking the manufacturer to repair it.
Of course, if conditions permit, you can also apply a layer of floor wax to the bamboo floor. After waxing, the bamboo floor will have a better maintenance effect.
■ Cork floor: Sand is the biggest "nemesis"
Cork floor is the new upstart in the floor family, it brings the most comfortable feeling to people's feet. Its biggest enemy is sand. Xi'an is located in the northwest, with strong winds and sand. It is best to avoid bringing sand indoors in winter. If you accidentally bring sand indoors, please remove it in time to avoid damaging the "skin" of the cork floor.
If the surface of the cork floor is worn, it is recommended to re-coat it. The method is very simple. First, gently polish the worn area with sandpaper to remove dirt, then wipe it clean with a dry soft cloth, re-coat it, or apply polyester film.
Furniture maintenance must be moisturized
■ Avoid direct sunlight on furniture.
Winter weather is dry. While fully enjoying the warmth, it is necessary to appropriately increase the indoor air humidity to prevent the solid wood furniture from cracking.
Mr. Chen said: In winter, solid wood furniture needs a humid environment. It is best not to place it near the radiator to avoid long-term sunlight exposure to the whole or part of the wood furniture. If it is baked at a high temperature for a long time, it is easy to cause the wood to crack, warp, deform, and even undergo local qualitative changes. Therefore, it is best to avoid sunlight exposure when placing furniture, or use translucent gauze curtains to separate direct sunlight. This will not affect indoor lighting, but also protect indoor furniture.
At the same time, furniture should not be placed in a very humid place, because wood is easy to expand when wet, and it will deform and rot over time. Raising fish and flowers indoors can also adjust the air humidity.
■ Use essential oils to lock the moisture in the wood
. Dust is the killer that makes solid wood furniture "age" quickly. If it is not cleaned and dusted regularly, the small gaps in the furniture will accumulate dust, which will be difficult to clean and affect the appearance. When Mr. Chen wipes the furniture, he does not simply wipe it with a wet rag, but uses professional furniture care essential oils for care. The care essential oils contain natural orange oil that is easily absorbed by wood fibers, which can lock the moisture in the wood, prevent the wood from drying and deforming, and extend the service life of the furniture. You can also wax the furniture regularly, usually once a quarter, so that the furniture looks shiny and the surface will not absorb dust, and it is easier to clean.
■ It is best to humidify the room during heating
. The air is dry in winter, the indoor humidity is low, and the fine particles of dust and other harmful substances are flying freely. In addition, heating brings a large increase in harmful gas components such as sulfur dioxide and nitrogen dioxide, and air pollution is aggravated. This provides a "hotbed" for the growth and spread of bacteria and germs, and will also cause certain damage to furniture. Therefore, furniture maintenance awareness in winter is indispensable. Mr. Chen's solution is to use a humidifier to humidify the room and moisturize the furniture at the same time. The larger the room, the greater the humidification required.
Four major benefits of winter and spring decoration
After the beginning of winter, the weather gradually becomes colder. For home decoration projects, the decrease in temperature will affect the construction environment. This effect has both advantages and disadvantages. The main benefits are as follows:
1. In the current decorative material market, due to the constraints of price factors, there is almost no truly dried wood, and general drying can only dry the surface of the wood, while the moisture content in the middle of the wood is still high. Whenever the air is dry, the wood will shrink and deform. The moisture content of wood in winter is the lowest and the degree of drying is the best. In this season, the wood is not easy to crack and deform. At the same time, the temperature difference between indoors and outdoors will also test the quality of wood and construction. Generally, it only takes a short time for potential quality problems (such as cracking and deformation) to be reflected in time. At this time, before painting and handing over, the construction personnel can modify or remove it immediately, which can ensure the quality of wood decoration. Therefore, wood construction in winter can find problems as soon as possible to prevent the construction team from getting away with it.
2. The quality of paint directly affects the final effect of decoration. In winter, the indoor heating makes the air dry, and the paint dries quickly, which effectively reduces the adsorption of dust particles in the air. The paint applied at this time has the best effect.
3. The humidity and temperature in the room in winter ensure the stability of the materials used in decoration, such as core boards, various types of plywood, and gypsum products (such as gypsum boards and gypsum lines) after construction, reducing the subsequent maintenance work.
4. The decoration market is relatively depressed in winter, and the building materials market and various brand-name materials will also have various promotional policies at this time. At this time, the decoration work can be completed at a much lower price than usual.
Solid wood cabinet wash basins are popular in winter.
Many consumers may have such a feeling that although glass or ceramic wash basins look smooth and beautiful, the materials supporting the wash basins are either simple ceramic brackets or PVC sheets, which always give people an empty and cold feeling in winter. Recently, wash basins in solid wood cabinets have been sought after by consumers in the building materials market.
According to merchants, some manufacturers have launched products with solid wood cabinets and solid wood wash basins, but in the Xi'an market, there are more combinations of solid wood cabinets and ceramic basins. Generally speaking, the price of solid wood cabinet wash basins is more than 1,000 yuan, and the price of antique-style ones is higher. The width of solid wood cabinets of various shapes is different. Solid wood cabinet wash basins between 0.8 and 1 meter are the main products. Because according to the area of the overall apartment type in Xi'an, the space of the bathroom will not be too large, so cabinets with a width of more than 1 meter are basically only suitable for villas and bathrooms of super-large apartments.
Although the price of solid wood has been rising, the reporter learned from the sales staff that the price of solid wood cabinet wash basins has remained relatively stable this year. On the one hand, the merchants will not easily raise prices for competitiveness considerations. At the same time, as a product that has just become popular, the profit margin of solid wood cabinet wash basins is large, which also makes solid wood cabinet wash basins have a good space to resist price increases.
Good products can only reflect the overall effect if they are well matched. Most of the solid wood cabinet wash basins on the market can be equipped with solid wood side cabinets or solid wood mirror cabinets, while traditional glass wash basins and PVC wash basins are rarely equipped with side cabinets or mirror cabinets. Because it is more convenient to store bathroom supplies, solid wood cabinet wash basins have also become a factor sought after by consumers. In winter, solid wood cabinet wash basins appear more practical, and solid wood is more cozy when used in homes, which also makes the bathroom feel warm.
Mr. Chen's house has three bedrooms, two living rooms and two bathrooms, with a construction area of 128 square meters. It was fully renovated last winter. He told everyone that the focus of winter wall decoration is on "replenishing moisture" and "locking moisture". "Replenishing moisture" and "locking moisture" are two levels of human skin care in winter. "Replenishing moisture" is deep, which is to transport moisture into the basal layer of the skin to fundamentally solve the problem of dry skin. It is not enough to replenish moisture, but also to prevent the loss of moisture. At this time, it is necessary to add "locking moisture" substances to the surface of the skin to lock the moisture just added and prevent it from being easily lost.
The same is true for winter decoration. The dry environment in the north will cause certain harm to the floor, wallpaper, furniture, etc. in the room, and it also needs "replenishing moisture" and "locking moisture".
■ "Replenish water" before pasting wallpaper
Most of the wall decorations in homes nowadays are made of paint or wallpaper and wall cloth. In summer, because the air is humid, it is not very troublesome to paste wallpaper and wall cloth. After normal construction, open the doors and windows to let the wall dry quickly. In winter, there are many problems to pay attention to when pasting wallpaper and wall cloth.
Mr. Chen told reporters that when he was decorating last year, he needed to paste wallpaper in the bedroom. At that time, the weather was cold and the temperature in the room was only about 8°C. Master Cao, who professionally pastes wallpaper, first put a large basin of warm water (about 30 degrees Celsius), soaked the wallpaper in the water for 10 minutes, let it fully absorb moisture, then wiped off the water droplets on the surface with a rag, and then applied glue to paste. After the wallpaper is laid, you cannot open the doors and windows as wide as in summer to let the wall dry quickly. Doing so will easily cause the newly pasted wallpaper to be dried by the "through wind", thereby losing water and deforming. You must close the doors and windows, keep warm and moisturize, and let the wallpaper dry naturally in the shade, otherwise it will cause the wallpaper to curl and bulge. Mr. Chen said: "Look at the walls of my house. After a winter and summer, the wallpaper on the wall is still very flat, just like it was just pasted yesterday."
■ "Lock in moisture" after painting the wall
Mr. Chen's living room is painted with environmentally friendly paint, because the indoor air is dry in winter and water loss is fast. If the putty is scraped too thick, it is easy to cause hollowing, cracking, and uneven wall surface. Therefore, the decoration workers added a lot of cellulose to the putty powder and scraped the putty very thinly. In addition, when painting the wall in winter, the ratio of paint and water should be slightly adjusted, and more water should be added appropriately, so that it will not be dried by the wind quickly after it is applied to the wall. In order to prevent the latex paint wall that has not dried thoroughly after decoration from being frozen and cracked, Mr. Chen followed the advice of the person in charge of the decoration company and only opened the door and window on a sunny afternoon to let the house breathe.
In fact, paint is more delicate than wallpaper. In addition to "replenishing water", it is also necessary to "lock in moisture" for maintenance. It is best to buy some potted green plants in a renovated house. Large-leaf subtropical plants such as iron trees and green radish can be used in large rooms, while Clivia and Chlorophytum can be used in smaller rooms. The house will inevitably have some smell after the paint is just painted. These green plants can not only purify the air, but also increase the humidity in the room and retain moisture, killing two birds with one stone.
Floor care, waxing and sun protection
In winter, the temperature difference between indoor and outdoor is large, and the climate is dry. In order to live comfortably, Mr. Chen suggested that in the cold winter, the "face" of the floor should also be moisturized.
■ Solid wood floor: Make a solid wax "mask"
Solid wood flooring has the most prominent and noble status in the floor family, but it is also the most susceptible to external environmental interference. When the humidity and temperature change, it is most likely to deform and crack.
Solid wood flooring likes an environment with a temperature below 28℃ and a humidity between 50% and 70%. In the case of geothermal heating in winter, solid wood flooring will shrink due to water loss, and the joint gap will increase. At this time, you need to apply a "mask" to the solid wood floor - solid wax. Before waxing, wipe the solid wood floor clean, then evenly apply a layer of solid wax, and wipe it with a soft cloth after it is slightly dry. In order to make the solid wood floor "eternally young", it is recommended to wax it twice a year.
The daily care of solid wood flooring is very simple. Just wring out the cotton mop and wipe it. Don't make it too wet. If there are stubborn stains on the floor, it is recommended to wipe it with a neutral cleaning solvent first, and then wipe it with a wrung cotton mop. Do not use acid, alkali or gasoline solvents to scrub, which will easily "disfigure" the solid wood floor.
■ Laminate floor: Wipe with a wet mop to "rehydrate"
Although laminate flooring is not as luxurious as solid wood flooring, it is popular because of its good quality, low price and easy maintenance. Laminate flooring is tougher and easier to maintain. Generally speaking, winter is relatively dry, and the moisture content of laminate flooring should be maintained like protecting human skin. It should be wiped with a wet mop frequently to increase the surface humidity. If the laminate flooring has "cracks", it is recommended to contact the sales unit and ask professionals to perform local "surgery" and fill it.
■ Bamboo floor: Sun protection in winter is also required
. Bamboo flooring is most afraid of sunlight, because strong ultraviolet rays will cause the paint on its surface to oxidize. Although the sunlight is not strong in winter, bamboo flooring still needs sun protection. The weather is dry in winter, and the surface of bamboo flooring is also dry and easily damaged. If the paint surface is damaged, it should be repaired with ordinary varnish or by asking the manufacturer to repair it.
Of course, if conditions permit, you can also apply a layer of floor wax to the bamboo floor. After waxing, the bamboo floor will have a better maintenance effect.
■ Cork floor: Sand is the biggest "nemesis"
Cork floor is the new upstart in the floor family, it brings the most comfortable feeling to people's feet. Its biggest enemy is sand. Xi'an is located in the northwest, with strong winds and sand. It is best to avoid bringing sand indoors in winter. If you accidentally bring sand indoors, please remove it in time to avoid damaging the "skin" of the cork floor.
If the surface of the cork floor is worn, it is recommended to re-coat it. The method is very simple. First, gently polish the worn area with sandpaper to remove dirt, then wipe it clean with a dry soft cloth, re-coat it, or apply polyester film.
Furniture maintenance must be moisturized
■ Avoid direct sunlight on furniture.
Winter weather is dry. While fully enjoying the warmth, it is necessary to appropriately increase the indoor air humidity to prevent the solid wood furniture from cracking.
Mr. Chen said: In winter, solid wood furniture needs a humid environment. It is best not to place it near the radiator to avoid long-term sunlight exposure to the whole or part of the wood furniture. If it is baked at a high temperature for a long time, it is easy to cause the wood to crack, warp, deform, and even undergo local qualitative changes. Therefore, it is best to avoid sunlight exposure when placing furniture, or use translucent gauze curtains to separate direct sunlight. This will not affect indoor lighting, but also protect indoor furniture.
At the same time, furniture should not be placed in a very humid place, because wood is easy to expand when wet, and it will deform and rot over time. Raising fish and flowers indoors can also adjust the air humidity.
■ Use essential oils to lock the moisture in the wood
. Dust is the killer that makes solid wood furniture "age" quickly. If it is not cleaned and dusted regularly, the small gaps in the furniture will accumulate dust, which will be difficult to clean and affect the appearance. When Mr. Chen wipes the furniture, he does not simply wipe it with a wet rag, but uses professional furniture care essential oils for care. The care essential oils contain natural orange oil that is easily absorbed by wood fibers, which can lock the moisture in the wood, prevent the wood from drying and deforming, and extend the service life of the furniture. You can also wax the furniture regularly, usually once a quarter, so that the furniture looks shiny and the surface will not absorb dust, and it is easier to clean.
■ It is best to humidify the room during heating
. The air is dry in winter, the indoor humidity is low, and the fine particles of dust and other harmful substances are flying freely. In addition, heating brings a large increase in harmful gas components such as sulfur dioxide and nitrogen dioxide, and air pollution is aggravated. This provides a "hotbed" for the growth and spread of bacteria and germs, and will also cause certain damage to furniture. Therefore, furniture maintenance awareness in winter is indispensable. Mr. Chen's solution is to use a humidifier to humidify the room and moisturize the furniture at the same time. The larger the room, the greater the humidification required.
Four major benefits of winter and spring decoration
After the beginning of winter, the weather gradually becomes colder. For home decoration projects, the decrease in temperature will affect the construction environment. This effect has both advantages and disadvantages. The main benefits are as follows:
1. In the current decorative material market, due to the constraints of price factors, there is almost no truly dried wood, and general drying can only dry the surface of the wood, while the moisture content in the middle of the wood is still high. Whenever the air is dry, the wood will shrink and deform. The moisture content of wood in winter is the lowest and the degree of drying is the best. In this season, the wood is not easy to crack and deform. At the same time, the temperature difference between indoors and outdoors will also test the quality of wood and construction. Generally, it only takes a short time for potential quality problems (such as cracking and deformation) to be reflected in time. At this time, before painting and handing over, the construction personnel can modify or remove it immediately, which can ensure the quality of wood decoration. Therefore, wood construction in winter can find problems as soon as possible to prevent the construction team from getting away with it.
2. The quality of paint directly affects the final effect of decoration. In winter, the indoor heating makes the air dry, and the paint dries quickly, which effectively reduces the adsorption of dust particles in the air. The paint applied at this time has the best effect.
3. The humidity and temperature in the room in winter ensure the stability of the materials used in decoration, such as core boards, various types of plywood, and gypsum products (such as gypsum boards and gypsum lines) after construction, reducing the subsequent maintenance work.
4. The decoration market is relatively depressed in winter, and the building materials market and various brand-name materials will also have various promotional policies at this time. At this time, the decoration work can be completed at a much lower price than usual.
Solid wood cabinet wash basins are popular in winter.
Many consumers may have such a feeling that although glass or ceramic wash basins look smooth and beautiful, the materials supporting the wash basins are either simple ceramic brackets or PVC sheets, which always give people an empty and cold feeling in winter. Recently, wash basins in solid wood cabinets have been sought after by consumers in the building materials market.
According to merchants, some manufacturers have launched products with solid wood cabinets and solid wood wash basins, but in the Xi'an market, there are more combinations of solid wood cabinets and ceramic basins. Generally speaking, the price of solid wood cabinet wash basins is more than 1,000 yuan, and the price of antique-style ones is higher. The width of solid wood cabinets of various shapes is different. Solid wood cabinet wash basins between 0.8 and 1 meter are the main products. Because according to the area of the overall apartment type in Xi'an, the space of the bathroom will not be too large, so cabinets with a width of more than 1 meter are basically only suitable for villas and bathrooms of super-large apartments.
Although the price of solid wood has been rising, the reporter learned from the sales staff that the price of solid wood cabinet wash basins has remained relatively stable this year. On the one hand, the merchants will not easily raise prices for competitiveness considerations. At the same time, as a product that has just become popular, the profit margin of solid wood cabinet wash basins is large, which also makes solid wood cabinet wash basins have a good space to resist price increases.
Good products can only reflect the overall effect if they are well matched. Most of the solid wood cabinet wash basins on the market can be equipped with solid wood side cabinets or solid wood mirror cabinets, while traditional glass wash basins and PVC wash basins are rarely equipped with side cabinets or mirror cabinets. Because it is more convenient to store bathroom supplies, solid wood cabinet wash basins have also become a factor sought after by consumers. In winter, solid wood cabinet wash basins appear more practical, and solid wood is more cozy when used in homes, which also makes the bathroom feel warm.