Cleaning Old Wood Cabinets

Take a damp cotton ball add 1 drop of liquid dish soap then wipe it on a hidden location like the inside of a chair leg.

Cleaning old wood cabinets.

Before you clean your old wooden furniture with dishwashing soap you need to test it out to make sure it won t damage the wood or the finish. Dip a toothbrush into the paste and lightly scrub the stained area. Gently rub down the surface of the furniture. This step is optional.

Next gather another cloth or sponge. Don t assume that tired woodwork has to be stripped and refinished. First clean the cabinets. Scrub with soap and warm water.

You may also want to use an old toothbrush to get into crevices. Don t scrub too hard or use steel wool as it will scratch the wood. Keep wiping the surface with the same rag until the rag no longer picks up new dirt or debris. Leave the abrasive cleaners and scrub brushes to your sink.

Heat a damp micro cloth in a microwave for 35 seconds then use it to quickly wipe away the grease layer. Here are his recommendations for cleaning woodwork properly. For metal hardware on wood cabinets dip a toothbrush in a 50 50 solution of vinegar and warm water and scrub the hardware the surrounding wood and the crevices of ornate trim. Nothing major i just used sponge with a little dish soap and water.

Here s how to clean wooden kitchen cabinets with stubborn stains like syrup or chocolate. If your cabinets are really grimy let the cleaner sit for up to 10 minutes after spraying. Rinse with clear water. Mist on cabinets let sit for a minute or two and then wipe clean with a soft cloth.

Remember to wipe cabinet handles knobs and pulls. If the detergent strips or ruins the finish do not use it. To start wet a rag with a light amount of your chosen cleaner. Do use a gentle cleaning solution.

If possible remove the hardware from the cabinets and drawers before cleaning. Harsh scrubbing can damage kitchen cabinets finish or paint. Murphy oil soap gets deep into grime to break up dirt particles and it s safe to use on wood products like cabinets. Finally clean the area with a mild wood soap and water then dry completely.

Rinse the paste off with clean water and dry with a clean towel. Rub the surface down with a soft cloth and your chosen cleaner. Make a paste of vinegar and salt. Afterward wipe the cleaner off using a warm damp micro cloth.

All purpose orange oil cleaner. Sometimes a good cleaning is all it takes to bring it back to life says wood finisher john thomas.