How do I clean an old soda crate?
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Keep in mind that these crates were not made to be used as indoor furniture, so totally transforming them will not be easy. How do you plan to ensure that the end tables are level?
Start by filling in the cracked wood with wood glue, let dry completely. Next, use Murphy's oil soap, and it will give a nice shine to the wood, not too bright. Also sand the edges lightly with a low grade sandpaper. That should look real nice. EJL.
you may ruin the value and the value and the eye and antique appeal. work around the problem without changing you can seal them wth a spray varnish and then use a heavier finish.
I have used orange cleaner and a soft cloth on mine. Good luck with your project.
Yes, it is important to clean them before using them as furniture.
As they have been used on the ground, you don't know what sort of organic matter or critters might still be harbouring in the fibres, or what sort of odor they might give off once they are in the warmth of an indoor space.
'Sounds like you are taking a reasonable approach. Enjoy the project.
I saw where someone used oxyclean to clean their deck. It looked really nice afterward. You might try finding it on the internet, and check it out. I don't know if it would cause any damage to the print on the crates. You might be able to call the manufacturer and ask them, or just try on a small area.
I would use a light solution of Dawn or other dish washing detergent in warm water using a soft brush, then put the crates in the sun the dry for a day or so.
I agree on not overdoing it. Most have already been rained on and weathered naturally over the years. Use a light hand, soft dish brush very gently if absolutely necessary, and then rinse them off while you shower! You could do the light cleaning there too!
I've used bio green cleaner. It freshens up, removes the dirt. I've used it on furniture and have found that I didn't need to refinish. Removed the gunk and i just buffed with a cotton cloth