Wood furniture and other specialty items such as banisters, cabinetry and mantels are often looked at as an investments and are expected to last for generations. That's why proper cleaning and care need to be used.Basic dusting and cleaning with a mild soap like dish washing liquid or Murphy Oil Soap diluted with water are the best options for care of any of your wood finishes.
This should be all that's needed, but if you feel that your wood finishes need a bit more luster then please try this little secret.
Homemade nontoxic furniture polish:
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup white distilled vinegar
20-30 drops lemon essential oil
Shake well before using. Dip a clean, dry cloth into the polish and rub wood in the direction of the grain. Use a soft brush to work the polish into corners or tight places.
I urge you to please stay away from any silicone-based cleaning or polishing products like the majority of products sold off the shelf, because these products will only contaminate your furniture finish and over time will cause the finish to break down and become damaged. Also, avoid strong alkaline or ammonia based detergents, like window cleaners they can be harmful to some finishes. And never use scrubbing cleansers, which contain abrasives, that will only dull and even remove finish.
Welcome, my name is Michael Hassler and have been repairing furniture since 1992.
Thats over 17 years of experiance, and during this time I have established a reputation for excellence unmatched in the furniture repair industry. My personal success has always come from providing home owners and businesses with an affordable quality service. Not only do I specialize in furniture repair and touch-up, but also repair and touch-up for your specialty items such as millwork, paneling, doors and banisters, cabinetry, mantels and hardwood floors.