During spring cleaning should also be cleaned furniture surfaces. Especially with regard to the cleaning of solid wood furniture, however, there are a few things to keep in mind. The Initiative Pro Massivholz points this out. "Especially with solid wood surfaces, aggressive cleaning agents should be avoided and water should only be used sparingly," says Andreas Ruf, managing director of the Initiative Pro Massivholz (IPM).
A soft cotton cloth should be used for cleaning. This should be wetted with water in advance, but only until it is damp as a mist. The solid wood surface can then be cleaned with it in the direction of the grain. For heavier soiling, a soft household or table sponge - in combination with neutral soap - can also be used.
IPM advises against using a rinsing sponge - the scratchy surface could cause damage to the solid wood furniture. According to IPM, after cleaning oil or wax surfaces, a follow-up treatment is required: the surface should be sealed again with a suitable oil or wax. According to IPM, solid wood is probably nevertheless rather low-maintenance. It has an antistatic effect and should therefore not attract dirt and dust as much as other materials.
Source: moebelindustrie.de
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