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Why Chess Pieces Can Crack in Fall and Winter
Every year, the same thing happens in fall: the heating comes on, indoor air gets drier — and on some wooden objects, fine cracks suddenly appear that weren't there before. High-quality solid wood ...
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The Chess Box: When the Board and Storage Are One
Board on top, pieces protected underneath: what makes a good chess box, what to check in the insert and closure — and why it shines as a gift.
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Storing a Chess Set Properly: Where Damage Actually Happens
Most damage doesn't happen during play — it happens in storage: the three enemies of wood, the right position, and the single simplest tip there is.
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