How to Clean Chinese Antique Wood Furniture

Chinese antique wood furniture provides an old world, Oriental sophistication to any decor. However, since antique wood furniture has aged for many years, you must clean it properly and carefully to prevent damage to the item. Some common cleaning items can discolor and damage the wood in the furniture. Instead, use a safe method of cleaning to prolong the life of your Chinese antique wood furniture.

Lint-free cloths
1 tbsp. bleach
1 tbsp. liquid dish soap
Towel
Solvent-based cleaning wax
Carnauba paste wax

Instructions

- 1
  Remove surface dust by wiping the wood furniture with a dry lint-free cloth. Perform this step once a week to keep the furniture looking its best.
- 2
  Remove mildew from antique wood furniture by wiping it with a cloth dampened in a mixture of 1 cup of water, 1 tbsp. of bleach and 1 tbsp. of liquid dish soap. Rinse the mixture off the wooden furniture with a clean, damp cloth. Wipe the furniture dry with a towel.
- 3
  Add a small amount of solvent-based cleaning wax to a lint-free cloth. Wipe the wood furniture clean with the dampened lint-free cloth. Wipe the solvent off the furniture immediately with a clean, dry cloth.
- 4
  Apply carnauba paste wax to a clean, soft cloth. Rub the wax -- in the direction of the wood's grain -- into the furniture.
- 5
  Buff the wax with a clean, lint-free cloth for several minutes. Turn the cloth over several times during the process. Continue buffing until all the wax is hard.

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