Wood care

Caring for Your Wood Soundwave Art

Each piece is made from genuine wood, so variations in grain, color, and natural markings are expected. I source the walnut and maple planks locally, prepare them in my workshop, and apply a Danish oil finish to enhance the wood’s natural grain and color. The live-edge basswood is left natural and unfinished.

All three woods are intended for indoor display and require very little maintenance.

General Care

Display indoors in a dry, temperature-controlled area.
Keep the artwork away from water, prolonged moisture, and high humidity.
Take particular care to keep the marked NFC tap point on the back dry. Moisture entering the wood near the embedded chip could interfere with its operation.
Avoid placing near heating vents, fireplaces, or other sources of extreme heat.
Limit prolonged exposure to direct sunlight, which may gradually change the wood’s color.
Dust gently with a soft, dry cloth.
Do not use household cleaners, furniture sprays, alcohol, polish, or abrasive materials.
Do not submerge the artwork or clean it under running water.

Walnut and Maple

Walnut and maple pieces are finished with Danish oil, which penetrates the wood and helps seal and protect the surface while enhancing its natural grain.

For routine cleaning, gently wipe the artwork with a soft, dry cloth. Avoid applying additional oil, wax, polish, polyurethane, or another wood-care product, as it may alter the color or appearance of the wood and engraving.

Natural Live-Edge Basswood

Basswood is left natural and does not have an oil or protective finish. Clean it only with a soft, dry cloth and take extra care to keep it away from moisture, oils, and cleaning products, which may soak into the wood and cause staining or discoloration.

The live edge is part of the wood’s natural character. Variations in its shape, color, and texture are normal. Dust the edge gently, and do not pull or pick at the bark or natural fibers.

Do not apply oil, polish, wax, or another finish to the basswood, as doing so may permanently change its natural color and appearance.