How to Remove Fingerprints From Woodwork

A few dirty or sticky fingerprints will make any beautiful woodwork or furniture look like an eyesore. Here's a neat solution to take care of any grimy fingerprints in a flash.

Things You'll Need

• 1 cup mineral oil
• 1 teaspoon orange extract (you can use lemon)
• Cornstarch

Instructions

Just mix it up and go to see wood glow...

1. Mix the mineral oil with the lemon extract in a small container. Use one with a tight fitting lid so that when you are done cleaning, you can just seal it up for the next time someone leaves a spot.

2. Put a few drops on the wood or on a soft cloth. Rub gently in a circular motion until you see the fingerprint is gone.

3. Shake a little corn starch on the wood or put it on the cloth if the wood you're cleaning isn't flat. Let it sit for a few moments and buff it lightly with a clean dry cloth. The corn starch will absorb the mineral oil and put a pretty finish on the wood.

4. Put the lemon oil mixture under the sink or in the pantry to be used later. It will keep for a very long time.

Tips & Warnings

• You can do this without the corn starch if you have to.