Product Care Instructions

Wooden Ware

Why teak wood? Teak is hardwood species and is naturally resistant to moisture, light, and wood-eating insects, making it durable and long lasting. Teak wood is also easy to clean and maintain, while the unique details and colors give it a distinctive, eye-catching look. Embrace the eco-friendly choice of wooden materials, which are less harmful to the environment, biodegradable, and renewable, allowing you to live sustainably.

House of Seratku Teakwood Kitchenware Care Instructions

How to clean teak wood?

First-Time Use / How To Wash

Hand washes wooden products with warm water and mild dish soap only.
Blot with a clean dishtowel after washing and allow to air-dry completely overnight in an upright position.
Before shipment, all products are smeared with Beeswax. You may reapply the items with food-grade Beeswax / natural oil.

Beeswax / Natural Oil Application

To keep the quality of the wooden product and keep them away from drying or not feeling super smooth. You can smear the surface of the product with food-grade Beeswax / natural oil. Make sure the product is clean and dry before applying it.
It is not recommended to use food-based oil like vegetable or olive oil, since these types of oils can go rancid.
If using the wooden product daily, it is recommended to smear periodically once a month.
Wipe with tissue to remove excess Beeswax / natural oil.
Leave it overnight or for at least 3 hours.

Regular Maintenance

Rub with lemon slices and salt, or baking soda paste and water to remove the absorbed food odor.
If the wooden product is stained or rough, rub it away with a piece of fine sandpaper (example: Mirka Carat P400). Smear the surface afterward with food-grade Beeswax / natural oil (you'll get a free sandpaper for every purchase of at least 3 (three) wooden products for continued care).
Do not soak in water for too long to maintain product durability.
Do not put the wooden product in the dishwasher, microwave, oven, or any electrical equipment.
Keep the wooden product away from heaters, direct sunlight, heat sources, and damp storage.

Please read this page for mold treatment.

Home and Living

Vetiver Root

Hand wash gently in cold water and lay flat to dry. Cotton may shrink.
Do not use soap or detergent, avoid direct sunlight.
When the Vetiver Root is no longer fragrant, spray with water so that the Vetiver Root emits scent again.

Recycled Newspaper

Spot-clean small spills immediately by blotting them with a clean and dry (dye-free) cloth.
Do not wash.

Fashion

Pineapple Fiber and Silk

It is recommended to do a dry clean to maintain the quality of natural fiber.
You may hand-wash it occasionally with cold water and gentle detergent, wash it separately, and let it air-dry under the shade (avoid direct sunlight).
Do not tumble dry.
Do not bleach.
Iron or steam at a low temperature (cover the fabric with a thin cloth).

Virgin Cotton (Bag)

Hand-wash with cold water and gentle detergent, wash it separately, and let it air-dry under the shade (avoid direct sunlight).
Do not tumble dry.
Do not bleach.

Jute | "Pandan" Leaf | "Lontar" Palm Leaf | "Agel" Fiber

Wipe the product surface with a damp cloth and air-dry it after use. Put the product back in the dust bag (for bag).
Spot-clean small spills immediately by blotting them with a clean and damp (dye-free) cloth.
Do not wash.

Handwoven Handspun Cotton Ikat

It is recommended to do a dry clean to maintain its colors and patterns.
You may hand-wash it occasionally with cold water and gentle detergent, wash it separately, and let it air-dry under the shade (avoid direct sunlight). Do not soak. Woven fabric may experience slight color bleeding during the first wash, which is normal due to residual dye adhering to the fabric during the dyeing process. Typically, this bleeding will naturally diminish after several washes.
Do not tumble dry, rub, and twist.
Do not bleach.
Before hanging it to dry, straighten the fabric from top to bottom to avoid wrinkles when drying.
Avoid ironing directly on the surface of the fabric. Use another fabric to cover the surface while ironing.
Hang the fabric inside the wardrobe.