Furniture Care

Newspapers are printed using ink. When a newspaper gets left on a wood surface, the ink can be transferred onto the wood and stain it. Likewise, when there are newspapers on wood and they get wet...

Spilled grease will leave permanent dark marks on wood furniture or wood surface unless treated correctly and promptly. The faster a the grease spot is removed the more luck you will have to...

Moving furniture and everyday living causes multiple surface scratches. Furniture scratches, left unfixed, detract from the beauty of your furniture. Additionally, scratches begin to break down...

Candle wax spills and drips can be a challenge to remove from hardwood floors or wood furniture. You would immediately think to reach for some heat to warm the wax and remove, never remove wax...

Marble is one of the most beautiful stones available. It should not be confused with granite. Marble is a softer material consisting of mainly calcium carbonate crystals, making it more prone to...

Teak is a dense, close-grained hardwood that is more durable and low-maintenance than many other types used to construct furniture. Teak is suitable for indoor or outdoor furniture and is often...

Removing Decals and stickers from the refrigerator, bedroom doors or walls and even furniture without damaging the surface is easily accomplished. The kids have moved out of home or they have...

Millions of homes across America, along wth many bars and entertainment establishments, house pool tables. Pool tables, used for playing billiards, can be considered fine furniture, and proper...

Pine is considered a soft wood by composition. When used in furniture, you want to give it a very hard protective finish so it will endure normal wear and use. By painting it or giving it a...

French polishing is an ancient finish treatment for fine wood furniture and objects that creates a luminous, high-gloss and hard-wearing surface. The technique involves the application of a great...

Lacquered furniture is both beautiful and easy to care for. Because of the high gloss finish, a few precautions should be observed when cleaning its shiny surface. With the proper care, black...

A wood cutting board is never really cured. To keep the cutting board safe from germs or mold, the surface must be treated at least weekly, but preferably after every wash. Applying inert oil to...

Wood veneer is a thin layer (less than 1/16 inch) of decorative wood applied over furniture made of particle board or plywood. Most often it is applied with a water-soluble glue that easily...

Clean and condition the wood surfaces of your furniture with commercial or homemade cleaning solutions. Keeping wood surfaces clean and conditioned will extend the life of a vintage piece and...

Oak is well-known for being a hard and long lasting wood. Any furniture made from oak is sure to last for decades especially if it is taken care of properly. If you have oak cabinets in your...

Removing adhesive from a wood surface may be an exercise in futility due to the sticky strength of the glue. Almost invisible, scotch tape when adhered to wood may not make itself known for a...

Beeswax has been used for years to make candles. Candles made from beeswax burn an average of twice as long as the traditional wax candles. Beeswax comes from the hives of honey bees. It is what...

Chalkboards have a place in classrooms, meeting spaces and homes. Unfortunately, over time, you may find that your chalkboards are damaged and stop taking chalk well. This can make them hard to...

When you spend a lot of money to purchase your leather furniture, you would like to keep them looking as brand new as the day you bought them. Well, here are some easy to follow tips to keep them...

Have you always wanted a wood tabletop that is so well polished that it shines like a mirror? If you have the right equipment, you can accomplish it. Really brilliant shines usually mandates the...

A Tung oil finish is one of the simplest wood finishes to keep looking fresh. This old world wood finish is also one of the most beautiful wood finishes available.

Every home gathers dust. No matter what you do, dust will accumulate on your furniture, ceilings and floors. Therefore, although it is a boring task, you must dust and polish your furniture on a...

Many homeowners find that laminate tables are both affordable and easy to maintain. They are durable and are less delicate than many wood tables. Although laminate tables are relatively low...