Exposure to extreme temperatures or temperature changes can affect the condition of your furniture. Wood is most likely to crack when the climate in a home suddenly changes from hot and humid to cool and dry. We do not cover this type of cracking in our guarantee. Keep your home temperature regulated with air conditioners during hot months and humidifiers in dry conditions.  The ultraviolet rays of the sun can damage a finish and bleach the wood underneath after prolonged exposure. Avoid putting your furniture outside or near a window that receives hours of strong, direct sunlight daily. Use window shades, drapes, or blinds to protect furniture from the sun during the day. Moderate, indirect sunlight, however, can beautifully ripen your table, so make sure the entire surface is exposed evenly. Occasionally move lamps and other objects so the wood ripens uniformly.