How to Clean Wood Furniture

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Labib Hasan

Aug 16, 2023, 11:52 AM
Here's how to clean wood furniture without damaging its finish:

Dust the furniture to remove surface dirt. Now you're ready to remove light soiling.
Start with the gentlest cleaner and move up to stronger ones as needed. Try mixing a weak solution of water and dishwashing soap.
Dip a soft cloth in the solution, wring it out and wipe the entire piece. You want a damp cloth, not a wet one.
Don't saturate the wood, and rinse your cloth often.
Take a second, clean cloth and dry the piece thoroughly.
Here's how to clean wood furniture that's stained or has other problems.

How to Remove Old Polish
Knowing how to clean old wood furniture that has a decades' old buildup of polish will help you revitalize an antique.

Steep two tea bags in boiling water.
Let the tea cool to room temperature.
Take a soft cloth, wring it out in the tea until it's damp and wash the wood.
The tannic acid from the tea is wonderful for maintaining wood. You'll be surprised at how the wood will shine.
Remove Water Stains From Woodhttps://www.hgtv.com/lifestyle/clean-and-organize/how-to-clean-wood-furniture
Here's how to remove water rings from wood where someone has put a hot or cold drink directly on a table.

Put some non-gel toothpaste on the spot and rub with a soft cloth till the stain is lifted.
For stubborn stains, mix equal parts baking soda and toothpaste.
Wipe the toothpaste off with a clean damp cloth and dry thoroughly.
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