Cleaning Old Wood Cabinets

Take a damp cotton ball add 1 drop of liquid dish soap then wipe it on a hidden location like the inside of a chair leg.

Cleaning old wood cabinets.

Don t assume that tired woodwork has to be stripped and refinished. Afterward wipe the cleaner off using a warm damp micro cloth. You may also want to use an old toothbrush to get into crevices. Keep wiping the surface with the same rag until the rag no longer picks up new dirt or debris.

To start wet a rag with a light amount of your chosen cleaner. Gently rub down the surface of the furniture. Don t scrub too hard or use steel wool as it will scratch the wood. Next gather another cloth or sponge.

Sometimes a good cleaning is all it takes to bring it back to life says wood finisher john thomas. Nothing major i just used sponge with a little dish soap and water. If your cabinets are really grimy let the cleaner sit for up to 10 minutes after spraying. Dip a toothbrush into the paste and lightly scrub the stained area.

Here s how to clean wooden kitchen cabinets with stubborn stains like syrup or chocolate. Finally clean the area with a mild wood soap and water then dry completely. Rinse with clear water. Heat a damp micro cloth in a microwave for 35 seconds then use it to quickly wipe away the grease layer.

Leave the abrasive cleaners and scrub brushes to your sink. All purpose orange oil cleaner. Harsh scrubbing can damage kitchen cabinets finish or paint. Murphy oil soap gets deep into grime to break up dirt particles and it s safe to use on wood products like cabinets.

Scrub with soap and warm water. Instead prepare your own gentle cleaner. Mist on cabinets let sit for a minute or two and then wipe clean with a soft cloth. Do use a gentle cleaning solution.

First clean the cabinets. If possible remove the hardware from the cabinets and drawers before cleaning. Remember to wipe cabinet handles knobs and pulls. Mix a 50 50 solution of vinegar and warm water and put into a spray bottle.

If the detergent strips or ruins the finish do not use it. Make a paste of vinegar and salt. This step is optional. For metal hardware on wood cabinets dip a toothbrush in a 50 50 solution of vinegar and warm water and scrub the hardware the surrounding wood and the crevices of ornate trim.

Rub the surface down with a soft cloth and your chosen cleaner. Here are his recommendations for cleaning woodwork properly.