How to Care for a Lacquered Chinese Desk
Distinguished by their intricate gold detailing, Chinese lacquer desks add Oriental-style elegance to homes. Chinese desks are generally finished with black lacquer to provide a durable coating that protects the desks from damage. Although low maintenance, Chinese desks require regular cleaning as dust and oily smudges are very apparent on the black lacquer. Properly caring for lacquered Chinese desks is imperative to maintaining their visual appeal and overall lifespan. Caring for lacquered Chinese desks involves only basic supplies. Does this Spark an idea?
Instructions
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Wipe loose dust off the lacquered Chinese desk using a dry microfiber cloth. Lightly wipe down the entire desk using smooth stokes.
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Extract dust from small grooves and crevices in the desk using a vacuum cleaner. Glide the vacuum's brush attachment lightly over the grooves and crevices to avoid scratching the lacquer.
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Inspect the lacquered desk for fingerprints and remaining grime buildup. If the desk remains dirty, dampen another microfiber cloth lightly with water.
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Rub the remaining smudges and grime off the lacquered desk using the moistened cloth. Always rub the desk with a clean part of the cloth.
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Blot the light moisture off the lacquered desk using a fresh, dry microfiber cloth.
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Tips & Warnings
Excess moisture damages lacquered Chinese desks; spot-test the moistened cloth on the desk to prevent damage.
Oiled and pretreated furniture polishing cloths damage lacquered Chinese desks.
Paper towels may lightly scratch lacquered Chinese desks.
