How to Clean Baby Furniture

Clean baby furniture regularly.

Baby furniture in the home must be cleaned regularly just like any other piece of furniture. With baby furniture, however, you must avoid the potentially harmful chemically based cleaners. By cleaning the furniture regularly, and by using mild cleaning ingredients, you can effectively clean your baby's furniture without exposing the baby to harsh chemicals.

Things You'll Need

• Feather duster
• Cleaning rags
• Furniture polish
• Laundry detergent
• Vinegar
• Spray bottle

Instructions

1. Wipe a feather duster over your baby furniture surfaces every few days, or as needed when you notice dust buildup.

2. Remove light buildup from the baby furniture with a cleaning cloth dampened with warm tap water.

3. Spray a mist of furniture polish onto the cleaning rag and wipe over the baby furniture in small circular motions. This will rub away dust and allergens, plus restore shine to the furniture surface.

4. Clean fabrics by wiping with a damp cloth and a drop of laundry detergent. Wipe the soapy rag gently over the fabric, and allow to air-dry.

5. Fill a spray bottle with vinegar, and mist over areas that require disinfecting. Allow the vinegar to air-dry for fabrics, or wipe the vinegar off hard surfaces with a dry cloth.

References

• University of Nebraska-Lincoln: Dusting Furniture