Here
are a few tips concerning the care of fine wood furniture.
Dusting:
Use
a damp T-shirt material when dusting. Do not use sprays that contain
silicons.
Cleaning:
Make a soapy solution using ivory soap and warm water. With
a clean soft cloth (not cheese cloth) wrung out solution, rub the furniture
with the grain, redipping the cloth in soap water frequently. This will
dissolve and remove old polishes and waxes that may have accumulated
due to frequent waxing. Rinse with clear water, keeping cloth wrung
out as dry as possible. Allow to air dry at least five hours before
polishing. This same cleaning process can be accomplished by using VM+P
Naptha available at most hardware or paint stores. It's always best
to test an area first to see what will work best.
Polishing:
We do not recommend the use of oily waxes or polishes, or those
containing silicones. Oil polishes attract dust and show finger marks
readily. Silicone based polishes (most self-polishing, spray-type waxes)
will make the finish too shiny, and will also acculumate a build-up
on the furniture, which in turn makes cleaning, waxing, or refinishing
more difficultssible.
Caution:
Certain
plastic materials in use for heat pads, tablecloths, accessories (plastic
fruit, flowers, ect...) will react to and soften lacquer. Do not use
plastic pads under lamps and vases. Gas heat in the colder months tends
to dry out the air in your house and can adversely effect solid wood
furniture. Proper moisture levels should be maintained either through
your heating or through a supplemental humidity device. Periodic waxing
will help your furniture from drying out. The gas heat will tend to
dry out the wax first.
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