How to Clean Wood Furniture
Follow these easy cleaning tips and tricks and say goodbye to water stains, ink stains, and paint buildup on your wood furniture.
We regularly dust and polish our wooden furniture, but over time these polishes and dust leave a black film on tables, chairs, and shelves. To keep your furniture in top condition, it should be thoroughly cleaned on a regular basis.
How to clean wooden furniture without damaging the surface:
- Dust your furniture to remove surface dirt. This will remove light dirt.
- Start with the gentlest cleaner and move to stronger cleaners as needed. Try mixing a diluted water solution with dish detergent.
- Soak a soft cloth in the solution, wring it out thoroughly, and wipe the area. You need a damp cloth, not a wet cloth.
- Avoid getting the wood wet and rinse the cloth frequently.
- Take another clean cloth and dry the part completely.
How to clean wood furniture that has stains or other problems.
How to Remove Old Polish
Knowing how to clean old wooden furniture with paint buildup after decades can bring antiques back to life.
- Soak two tea bags in boiling water.
- Let the tea cool to room temperature.
- Take a soft cloth and wring it in tea until damp to wash the wood.
The tannic acid found in tea is ideal for preserving wood. You will be amazed at the shine of the wood.
Remove Water Stains From Wood
How to remove a wooden water ring when placing hot or cold drinks directly on the table.
- Apply non-gel toothpaste to the area and rub with a soft cloth until the stain is removed.
- For cussed stains, blend same elements baking soda and toothpaste.
- Wipe the toothpaste off with a clean, damp cloth and allow to dry completely.
Erase Difficult Marks From Wood
How to remove ink stains:
- Mix 1 tablespoon baking soda and 1 teaspoon water to a thin paste.
- Apply to the stain and rub lightly with a smooth fabric till the stain disappears.
- Wipe the toothpaste off with a clean, damp cloth and allow to dry completely.
Once your furniture is clean, apply a wood polish and wipe to maintain the finish and add shine.
Homemade Furniture Polish
You can use commercially available lemon oil. You can also make a simple polish by mixing 1 cup of olive oil and 1/4 cup of white vinegar. Place it on a soft cloth and blend it in along the grain of the wood. Polish it until it shines.
Knowing how to clean wooden furniture will help keep your belongings looking great for longer.
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