How to Use Beeswax for Furniture Cleaning

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Beeswax is a natural, safe product that can be used to clean, polish and restore wood furniture. Many wood polishes leave a waxy residue that builds up over time. Beeswax will remove this residue and leave only a more natural shine. It's safe for homes with children and pets, and a must-have for anyone who enjoys recycling furniture.

Things You'll Need

• Beeswax furniture polish A soft rag Toothbrush Paintbrush

Instructions

Bringing life back to dull furniture

1. Use a soft rag, paintbrush or toothbrush (most likely a combination of all three) to get all the nooks and crannies to remove caked-on dirt or other residue on the furniture piece.

2. Apply beeswax furniture polish to the furniture piece using a soft rag going in small circles with the grain of the wood to clean, protect and polish the wood.

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   Repeat this process at least once a month to preserve the natural beauty of wooden furniture.

Tips & Warnings

• Test the polish on a small section before cleaning the whole piece. Use beeswax sticks to fill in holes, cracks and chips in old furniture Some beeswax polishes contain natural oils and scents like lemon or lavender. A toothbrush is best for applying polish in small detail work such as scrolls.

• Do not use soap and water on wooden furniture. It can stain and dull the natural shine Some beeswax polishes contain artificial ingredients. Read the ingredients list before using in your home.

References

• eHow
• Orange County Beekeepers Association

Resources

• Find a variety of beeswax polish products
• Furniture restoration tips
• Making homemade beeswax furniture polish