Wood, Wrought Iron, and Metal Hall Tree Care

Easy to Maintain and Long-Lasting Hall trees create a lasting first impression: They're oftentimes the first things guests see when they enter your home. Not only are they practical, you can hang your guests' coats without having to open that messy closet - but they also offer a key opportunity to make a great impression. Whether you choose a hall tree in a traditional burled wood, a strong wrought iron or a more modern metal, a hall tree provides a stylish place to hang your hat. Because they make such a lasting impression, you'll want to keep your hall tree looking great, no matter what it's made of.

Caring for Wooden Hall Trees
Wooden hall trees, thought to be originally invented during Victorian times, can be particularly striking crafted in the finest walnut, oak or pine. Because most wooden hall trees are professionally stained, the only care they require is dusting with your favorite feather duster. If you choose to use a spray or wood oil, make sure to read the product's directions before applying to your hall tree. It's always best to test the product on a small, inconspicuous place to make sure the product will not damage your hall tree's gorgeous finish.

If you've opted for a raw, natural look, and your wood is untreated, all it needs is dusting. You don't need to worry about applying oils or wood preservatives to an unvarnished hall tree.

A wooden hall tree is crafted to last for many years, and with just the most basic of care, it will continue to make a fantastic first impression.

Caring for Wrought Iron Hall Trees
A wrought iron hall tree gives off a solid, strong-looking impression - maybe even a historical flair. To keep your wrought iron hall tree looking good, be sure to keep it dry. On those rainy days when you hang up your wet coats, your hall tree will naturally air dry, but if you have a unit that includes a chest or seating area, make sure to wipe up any moisture that gathers.

A few drops certainly isn't going to hurt a wrought iron hall tree, but water left sitting for weeks could damage the finish on your wrought iron hall tree - and eventually lead to rust.

The only other care your wrought iron hall tree should need is occasional dusting. Be sure to never use harsh, abrasive chemicals, or any kind of scouring pads, as either could scratch the wrought iron.

If you keep your wrought iron hall tree outside, a light coat of liquid wax can make cleaning easier, and can also repel water.

Caring for Metal Hall Trees
A metal hall tree accentuates the most modern of homes. And caring for a metal hall tree is easy, too: Just a light dusting is all it should ever need. If you get fingerprints on your metal hall tree, a simple glass cleaner should do the trick. As with any chemical, always try it out on an inconspicuous spot on your metal hall tree. And never use harsh chemicals or a scouring pad, both of which could damage your metal hall tree.