How can I restore an antique chest?

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I have an Antique bed and chest that has been in storage. The finish has dried out and it looks dull. How can I restore the healthy look to these items.

Gk · Answer

Hello Lillyrose! Using lemon oil might be something for you to try. It will help clean and moisturize the wood and give your antique furniture a nice shine.

https://www.hunker.com/13403634/how-to-clean-wood-furniture-with-lemon-oil

Carrie @ Curly Crafty Mom · Answer

This video shows how to restore the wood fast and simple: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kiWkOw9YXdQ

Morgan McBride · Answer

You could apply a furniture oil to it.

Kathy Gunter Law · Answer

Linseed oil or Old English Lemon Oil.

MomofivejsOR · Answer

Restore a Finish can make old finishes look new.

Unexpected Elegance · Answer

There is some good information on this site:

https://patch.com/georgia/johnscreek/tricks-for-restoring-wood-furniture-no-sanding-requir22af485bd9

E s desanna · Answer

Sharon · Answer

I redid a clients great grandmother's burl chest that was dried out and dull with this product and it instantly refreshed the whole chest.... https://www.amazon.com/Howard-Products-FW0016-Feed-N-Wax-Conditioner/dp/B001BKQYGW/ref=asc_df_B001BKQYGW/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=167151917164&hvpos=1o4&hvnetw=g&hvrand=17921091757519840722&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9033057&hvtargid=aud-801381245258:pla-359966166447&psc=1

Lillyrose · Answer

Thanks to all of you for your suggestions. I will read up on the different products mentioned and make a hopefully great decision.

Thanks, Lillyrose

DD · Answer

this article may help

https://www.themakeyourownzone.com/how-to-restore-dry-wood-project-2/

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