I would love to remove the built up wax on my piano. Advice please?
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iThis piano was purchased for me in 1968. There are probably hundreds of coats of furniture polish on it. I would appreciate some good advice on the best way to remove the wax without damaging the finish.
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Wax Build-Up Remover For Dark Wood
Steep three black tea bags in 1 cup hot water for ten minutes. Remove bags and allow the liquid to cool. Use a clean, lint-free cloth to apply to furniture following the grain of the wood. Wipe off with a damp cloth and buff dry. Restore shine using a homemade furniture polish and buff to a cloud-free shine.
Tips:
• Dust furniture before attempting to remove wax buildup.
• To remove buildup in crevices, dip a soft brush (i.e., a baby toothbrush) in the vinegar-water solution and scrub, rinse immediately and buff dry.
• In humid areas, or if you have several layers of wax buildup, you may need to repeat the process a couple of times. You’ll know you’ve removed all of the wax build-up when you can slide your hand against the grain of the wood and feel the wood’s grain, not the wax.
http://homeguides.sfgate.com/rid-furniture-polish-buildup-23858.html
https://everythingforyourpiano.com/piano-cleaner-polish-selection-guide/
sponge dipped in soapy water and squeezed so you only have foam