Oak is a hardwood, so it is a good idea to take proper care of your oak beams if you want them to last for a long time. If your property has oak beams, chances are that it also has some other wooden beams or trusses on which you may want to put your fixtures and furniture. These wood beams are usually attached to the walls with screws, nails or glue. Although wood is an excellent construction material, it can become damaged over time due to wear and tear, humidity and water damage. It is important to take proper care of these Structural Oak Beams, especially during maintenance, because they are expensive investments that need to be protected and cared for properly.

The most basic part of property maintenance is making sure that the wood is properly cleaned and maintained on a regular basis. You can use a damp cloth for wood cleaning, dust damp cloths or window cleaner. When you use these products on your beams, you should make sure that you wash the wood completely in hot soapy water and allow it to dry thoroughly before re-applying the finishing material.

Another part of property maintenance is to check the spacing between your oak beams regularly to make certain that the spacing does not become loose due to continuous and heavy use. If you notice that the spacing becomes loose, you should adjust it at once. This is also an important part of property maintenance, because loose spacing makes it more difficult to install fixtures and furniture in your home.