The books should not be stored in direct contact with the walnut slipcase. The black paperboard slipcase is designed to fit into the walnut slipcase. It acts as a buffer between the bookcloth and the abrasive, oily wood, and it encases the books snugly to protect them from dust, UV light, and moisture.
Care
Because the walnut box is intended only for light handling in a stable environment, no protective finish is needed.
Over time and with use, the natural oil in the wood will work its way out and cause the wood grain to become slightly more pronounced.
If traditional, stain-like definition in the wood grain is desired, a thin layer of natural beeswax furniture polish may be applied with a lint-free cloth. We recommend “Daddy Van’s All Natural Unscented” or similar.
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