How to clean Old Singer Sewing Machine?
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Don't clean it with anything other than slightly damp sponge...LIGHTLY...or dust it...
I agree. Better yet, contact Singer and they would be the best resource.
Great antique. I would have it appraised before doing anything to it (just a suggestion) because if you ever think of selling it, the natural wear and petena is part of the character and value as it helps collectors assess the value.
I would take it to an appraiser and see what they say before messing with it since you may lose value for tampering with its current condition.
Is this an electric machine? If you are speaking of the working parts it is a job for a professional. If just for the metal (those are not decals, which would be pieces of plastic or paper glued on) wash it with murphy's soap and water and wipe it dry.
Very gently go over it with a damp cloth you have dipped in warm water and dish soap. Do this as many times as you need to remove the years of built-up grime. Then go over with a cloth rung out with clear water. Lightly dry with a soft cloth. The gold paint is probably more durable than we think it is!
It is not electrified; just the good old foot pedal. I did have the cabinet restored. It looks great but he did leave a lot of the "love" it acquired over the years.