How do I clean up an antique wood dresser?
I have a gorgeous, solid oak, serpentine fronted dresser passed down from my GG Grandmother. I want to "restore it" but not refinish it. What is/are the best products to use?
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Hi Michelle, this is a fabulous video on cleaning up an old wood dresser! Hope it helps you out!
youtube.com/watch?v=RuEzj14QeGw
Here's a post that might help you - https://www.wikihow.com/Clean-Antique-Furniture
I love using Restor-a-finish. It’s amazing to improve wood finishes and get rid of imperfections.
Thank you!
Hi Michelle! Tung oil and Hemp oil work great on antique wood! :)
Gently clean it first with a barely damp microfiber cloth. It often amazes me at the buildup on old pieces of furniture. Buff it dry with a clean microfiber cloth. I have a tiger oak dresser that looks amazing after cleaning it this way. Someone recently recommended Beeswax to me, but I haven't used it yet.
Hi Michele. I recommend using Murphy's Oil soap to clean your antique dresser. It's made to clean the wood, and the Oil will condition the wood. Use according to the package. Good luck Michele.
Hi,
Beeswax everytime if you want to keep the aged look but also want it to sing again..........I've just used it on a victorian table with fancy frame.....Good luck!
Restor-a-Finish or Feed-n-Wax are great. I’d steer clear of things that might yellow like tung oil or build up and dull like an oil soap. A little elbow grease and minimal products will go a long way.