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Caring for Your Wood Furniture and Treasures
By Brenda Hyde
I was given a wonderful gift over ten years ago by my
mother when she gave me my grandmother's dresser
and china cabinet. I also found out I will be getting
her vanity as well. I remember as a child thinking her
vanity, with her brushes, mirrors and jewelry box laid out
neatly, was the most enchanting thing when we visited her!
I would love to care for them so that I can one day hand them
down to my daughter. I'm sure many of you have antique
furniture as well. How can we care for it properly?
-Do not set beverages, vases of flowers or anything similar
on your pieces. Use coasters if it's a piece of furniture that
will be used for this.
-Dust several times a week with a soft
cloth. It's recommended that you NOT use spray waxes or
polishes on the surfaces of antique furniture because it may
leave a residue. You can use a paste wax, that is rubbed on
and buffed afterwards if you wish. This can be removed easily
if refinishing is ever necessary. Other sources recommend a
lemon polish, but you need to make sure it has REAL lemon
oil, not just the fragrance. Also, the polish must not contain
alcohol, which will dry the wood, or silicone which will leave a
residue. Any polishing you do to your pieces should be done
in the direction of the grain.
- Once a year you can wash your
furniture with a mild soap and warm water. Using a soft cloth,
dip it in the water and wring it completely out. Wash a small
area at a time on the piece, then wipe with a damp, soap free
cloth. Then dry with another clean, soft cloth.
Also, to really ensure the life of your wood pieces they should
be kept away from direct sunlight, heating vents, alcohol,
steam and water.
Brenda Hyde is a freelance writer living on ten acres in rural Michigan with her husband and three kids. She is also editor of StandBesideHer.com and has a family friendly blog, On the Front Porch.
Sheila "I am a Christian Woman, a stay home homemaker and a Mom.
My interests: I love to knit, crochet, sew, embrodiery, and quilt. I play the piano, read music, I write Chrisitan poems and writings. I collect teddy bears, angels, hearts and butterflies."
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