Wood Furniture Cleaning Secrets! How to Clean Wooden Furniture: Best Ways (Clean My Space)
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If you are a user of furniture polish, you might want to re-think things. Furniture polish is a 'catch all' product which really doesn't effect much, aside from a streaky and hazy finish over time. Instead, here are the right ways to care for wood furniture! I've even included a DIY furniture polish recipe for you.
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Hi Melissa - I do a fair amount of working with wood, and I think I would prefer that you replace the olive oil with simple mineral oil. Cheaper, no odor and no chance of the oil going rancid over time. If you want to clean a cutting board, or something that comes in contact with food, I would suggest monthly treatments of high quality mineral oil.... typically found in the laxative section of the store.
That's a great suggestion, Ed Draper - thanks for sharing!
like which kind of oil exactly?
At our drug store it's just called Mineral oil laxative. As you can drink it, it's really pure. Just pour on a tablespoon or so on each side and rub it in all over. Your wood will love it and it'll look great.
What about walnut oil?
Walnut oil is a "no." Nut oils are very susceptible to going rancid quite easily. Stick with mineral oil!
Your channel is simply incredible. Thank you for your outstanding work and effort. It's really appreciated!
You are such a good help melissa..you are my life saver
Great video! I actually have marks on my coffee table from hot plates! I will hit them with mayo and hope it gives me these results! Thank you!
Thank you for your kind to nature and planet approach to wood polishing.
Beautifully explained!
Love it! Just wondering could you do a video on dusting? Love this channel x
Olive oil will spoil over time. Cold pressed walnut oil is what master woodworkers use on handmade wood items. Food safe for use on cutting boards, spoons, bowls, ect. I highly recommend not using olive oil! It will seep into the grain of unfinished wood and spoil.
Very nice procedure indeed. i like it
Wow! Thanks for this video. Really helpful!!
I am glad you like it, Emma Duke !
My daughter has the same aversion to mayonnaise. Would always love to point it out on visits to Costco 😀
Tips for cleaning wood kitchen cabinets?
Thank you and God Bless you for your help! Xx
I'm old school so I would clean off years of wax and all that other stuff with, you ready, mineral spirits. It may be toxic but it's also effective. Its been my experience that it cleans really well and doesn't harm the original finish. I used it on my 45 yo kitchen cabinets and then a coat of Johnson's paste wax and they look great. My solid maple bureau from about 1960 renewed. Solid maple instead of glorified cardboard, made in Vermont.
You should do a video on how to organize your plugs and wires, I have so much trouble keeping up with the wires while they are plugged in, they get tangled up so easily again while they are plugged in, I really hope you can make a video showing us how to organize your wires while they are plugged in?
Yes really anoying speacially when you have siblings ruining every single thing you organise🙂
Thank your for sharing very helpful tips
Thanks for answering my question!
You are most welcome!
Hi Melissa,
Thank you for your helpful videos. I am going to clean my furniture with your recipe using the black tea, can I apply it as you directed with the enzyme (spray, let sit for 2’ and buff with a dry cotton cloth)? Or needs to be done with a wet cloth...? Thank you for your reply.
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Elena E ya I though mayonnaise was best but guess not...
I also LOATHE MAYO! Although it also makes an awesome grilled cheese if you don't have any room temp/soft butter!
Hi thanks for the useful video. I have a table with a veneer matt finish. As you mentioned I can't use any polish as it will make the surface shine. but someone made oily stains and I tried to wipe it unfortunately with no success... any advice on that?
You are THE BEST!!
Thanks for the awesome tips. How to clean a composite or engineered white marble flooring? Pls suggest me some home made solutions that will not ruin my floor. Thanks.
Thank you!
Melissa,
I love your videos! Can you make a video or something about keeping older houses clean? I live in a 19th century farm house and we have a ornate wood staircase with carpet up the center. The trouble is, its impossible to keep clean!! What are your thoughts?
Thanks!
Hi Laura, your home sounds completely beautiful
Hey, I'm so glad I stumbled onto your channel. Awesome stuff. You almost make cleaning fun(er). BTW, Tomato juice or tomato soup makes me yak.
on a clean my space binge....great stuff!
I loooooove your channel!!! Can you please do a DIY on "how to clean your (leather/velour/nylon) purse"??? Please please please!!!!
Thank you.
So beautiful
Great video! How do you clean white spots, stains, splatters on black legs of wood chairs. Not sure what they are from, but over time I tend to get them and cant get rid of them. What to use when your black furniture is dirty? Yours looks very clean so I can see how a simple wipe would clean them. Also how do you clean/what's the best way to clean hard to reach crevices on chair corners and their slatted backs?
crevices? get your vacuum, put the crevice tool on the hose, get an artist type paint brush or larger one and use it to brush the dust out. the brush gets into the nooks and crannies and the vacuum directs and sucks the dirt/dust away so its not being spread into the surrounding area. ive done this heaps of times. im currently cleaning an old louvre pine pantry cupboard i bought yesterday at a garage sale for $15 that looked quite gross with caked dirt, dust, old greasy hand marks near the door handle and food stains, never been oiled or cared for and generally unloved. i thought for that price and the size and shelving and my lack of budget i didnt mind. ive just did the paint brush and vacuum trick, ive also just scrubbed it down with watered down oxy cleaner to remove the stains (which worked) and also hydrated it a bit. im about to steam the cleaner off it and give it a bit of wood oil love after that. even if its not perfect, its a darn sight better than yesterday when i hauled it onto the back of my truck lol.
Hi, thank you for your advice. I have disinfected something with alcohol and I put it on top of the night table of my bedroom. It seems that it left a cloud mark. Maybe it took the shine out of that area. I don't know. Any suggestion on how I could fix this?
Thanks!
Yet another great video ***** . My food aversion is cilantro...nasty, nasty stuff.
P.S. I think you should put out a compilation video of Chad's characters. Lol. Way too funny.
lol - that's a great idea Shannon Vary - thanks for watching!!
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Hi Melisa I like this and it was helpful... thanks :-)
I didn't know you hated mayonnaise! I love mayo so much I have my own recipe. Wow, I thought we were twin souls
So informative.
Thanks! Glad you are learning from the videos!
I was just slightly confused for this cleaning solution. I used the 1 part distilled white vinegar and 3 parts mineral spirits. The mineral spirits are JASCO odorless mineral spirits from the hardware store. Obviously this formulation is probably not safe for kitchen cleaning/Food prep
Did I make a good effective general purpose cleaner for current woodworking projects of mine and for shop cleanup, specifically wood desks, cubby’s and work benches.
My concern is using mineral spirits from a hardware store instead olive oil like you directed. Please tell me your opinion.
I’m self taught and any help you could give would be very appreciated and generous.
Our wood kitchen table bas a finish on it that when you use any type of cloth to clean it and try and buff it your finger leaves marks right through any cloth you use .
I've tried many products to remove the real fine scratch marks but as soon as you run your fingers over the wood it makes more marks
Hi Melissa! Quick question, why do you do three parts Olive oil instead of two parts? I was making it for the first time and I was worried that it was toooo much oil. I did 1/4 cup of distilled white vinegar and 3/4 of extra olive oil.
Now you know your Awesome..lol..I have an antique armwar an d I have really messed it up ..I'm going to try the oil and vinegar solution..I'll let you know how turned out.. thanks
Would you mind film a video talks about how to deal with common problems of unfinished wood furnitures?
THANK YOU!!! I work for a millwork/wood shop, who makes high end furniture for insurance companies and the boss said everything you mentioned. Water and a dry cloth! It's worked so far!!
I am with you on mayo, Julia Roberts in Dying Young put it in her hair and so did I. Can't deal with the smell. But for me it's OJ...one bad screw driver night did that trick! HA HA!
There you go - that's how it happens! Peach Schnapps for me LOL...can't drink it! I am glad that the boss and I think the same way when it comes to wood cleaning!
Hello from Australia. I watched one of your videos and think you might be able to help me. (Sorry but I don't have the patience to look through all your videos for a possible answer.) I have one question/dilemma. The first time I entertained with my new cube coffee tables, a little girl spilled some soda pop, possibly lemonade (7 Up). I of course wiped it up immediately with a damp cloth but I think the fizzy component removed some of the shine. If I am able to post a photo, you can see one side of the top is a different colour and actually does not feel smooth like the rest. What can be done to restore the look and feel to the finish?
What about high gloss furniture? How do you clean or polish? What's your suggestion?
very nice
Hi I just wanted as about your thoughts on using wax on wood furniture? I'm getting a table soon I think it's dark oak and it has some wear signs and I was advised to use briwax. I know this wouldn't be used regularly but as a first treatment when I get it. Thanks if you do answer this for me
Great video! Question: how do u reduce the swelling on wood furniture ? ( a. Sure its from water but not too sure the cause)
You can never, ever leave wood wet! If it is swollen, speak to a carpenter or woodworker...I can't give good advice on that!
Hi there! I had a quick question. I have an wood piece of furniture that I had a piece of mail laying on. Something spilled and the paper was wet and dried on the surface of the furniture. How can I get that off without damaging the furniture?
I have some kitchen grime stuck on my kitchen window wood trim..i need help!!
I agree: was never a big fan of wood furniture polish. Seems to just leave streaks that never go away no matter how much you rub.
Great video,what about dish soap mixed with water?
How do you clean painted wood? I have a black lacquered antique rocking chair that needs cleaning.
What about a finished wooden kitchen table? I like to clean and disinfect but I've never been sure on how to take care of my table. It's messed up now from being in storage and it has like some scrapes and whatever maybe from me trying to clean it with water and soap so I would like to get it refinished but in the meantime I'd like to clean it properly without doing any more damage
can I use this diy polish with my unfinished wood outdoor furniture?
Hi. Would eatable grade mineral oil be better than olive, mayonnaise or vegetable oil in your cleaning solution? Mineral oil will not go rancid. I have used it on cutting boards for 45 years. Although I haven’t used it to clean wood furniture. I’ll give it a try in your vinegar and water solution. Thanks for your ideas.
Your videos always give me good hard wood Melissa. Thanks.
What spray do you recommend to clean a wooden dining table every day after eating? I'm obsessed with your channel, love all of your videos!
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Hunter Hman lemon pledge to be exact!
Hi Melissa, how can you clean furniture for which sunmica is used??
Do a vid on how to paint appliances like desk fans
Good job
Good clean
Hi
Could you please suggest how do i clean up my wooden pantry cupboard which is right next to my kitchenette. Due to steam from cooking, dust and grime has build up on its blind door.
I know this is an old video but I’d like to point out these pieces more than likely aren’t varnished but lacquered and they are distinctly different types of finish.
Bout time you came back
We never went away ;)
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The enzyme cleaner bac out just made the cloudy table worse, it was like it just spread around the wax build up and made more of it. I'm assuming I misunderstood your suggested use for it? I have a several clients with smears all over their wood furniture from use of cleaners in the past and general heat wear and tare. Tried to help, made it worse. Any tips?
Haha! 4:05 to 4:12 was a perfect reenactment of me with my husband (poor guy)! Thanks for the great advice this week, and the food aversion: bologna/baloney or whatever it's called.
LOL - cute! But he takes Krav Maga, he should have fast reflexes! I hate that crap too. Have you ever seen the macaroni and cheese version with olives? OMG it's horrific!
o_O Was it invented as a joke?
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Horrible. I don't know who eats that. There's a Jim Gaffigan joke about boloney - look it up, it's hysterical!
I feel ya on the Mayonnaise ‼️ Hate the smell, feel, look, & taste except for mentioned food‼️I will only eat in tuna, macaroni, and egg salad but only very little in it compared to most people's ‼️
I made the DIY olive oil lemon juice Recipe was amazed how shiny the wood came up you just have to be careful not to just too much or it feels oily ! And fish is my hated food even the smell makes me gage !! Being Irish I should love fish don't figure lol
Awesome - so glad it worked! Fish, I can see how it would be a hated food although I do like it :)
What spray did you used for cleaning furniture?
Hi Melissa I have a 100 year old kitchen table. Won't get rid of it. I'm changing the chair pads and the wooden chairs are so dirty with black streaks. Must be old wax. How do I clean it. Tx I subscribed to your blog
What is the best method to clean the finish of bed headboard which some how has a greasy shine to it?
Nut oil like almond oil is better than oilive oil. You do not need to mix vinegar which will eat the wood.
Hi please help. I have a very old imbuia lounge suite. Has layers of polish on it. How can I remove it and make it neat again? Please reply.
Lots of love from South Africa.
I have a wood side table that has a black stain that came from the felt bottom of a lamp. Any idea if or how I can remove that or lessen the appearance of it?
My desk at work has a wax buildup. I am not sure how to get all that gunk off. Also I have around 150 people at my desk through the week and I like to disinfect it. Can you recommend anything? TIA
Do you have any suggestions about how I can restore white furniture that has turned yellow over the years?
***** I have a black wooden pottery barn table with a couple white heat spots. We tried the mayo trick for 24hrs (I applied twice, thinking I wiped the first off too soon) but it still looks like the spots remain. :( I've seen lots of YT videos suggesting a steam iron over a white tshirt/towel.. I'm afraid to try this on an expensive table but the spots are pretty visible. Any other suggestions?
I've always polished all of my wood furniture weekly
Dedication - I bet your house is spotless!!
Great video :)
I have dry erase marker dots on my Wood table. I tried everything to try to get it out. Any suggestions?
Rubbing alcohol or nail polish remover, but test in a hidden area first because it may remove the finish.
Toothpaste then orange & beeswax polish works perfectly, or very gently with magic eraser. I'd not resort to rubbing alcohol or nail polish unless all else failed.
Love Your videos can you also do a video on cleaning baby toys and their furniture...... thanks
We have a blog post on that - check the blog out!
***** Thanks Melissa the article was really helpful :)
Do you have instructions on how to clean tea cup stains from coffee table?
My beautiful desk has a sticky film on it where my arm rest while working/writing... you know what I mean.
How can I gently remove that?
Where can you buy the best/cheapest enzyme cleaner and what is it called?? I’ve only found 1 on Amazon and it was over $20. 🤦🏼♀️
Can i use apple cider vinegar in place of white vinegar n refined oil in pkace of white vinegar. What is the shelf life of this and will just polush or clean also
How do u clean mdf wood drawers? I try wiping the dust and that just leads to more dust. (It's a makeup vanity)
Miracle whip
I have spots on my hutch which I think were caused by my cleaning lady using too much white vinegar in her water and then not getting her rag wrung out dry enough. Is there anything I can do to correct this?
That guy gave You that huge ring and You just snatched away His meal - - hahahahaha !! Funny insert there hahaha - ->>>
How come she has million of subscribers and I didn't get any add while surfing... So good
Do you have suggestion on removing paint from wood furniture?
Good tips for cleaning wood. My big adverson, is white bread. Yuck! When making lunch for school would only use cold cuts. True! Joan Bates
melisaa plsss make a video on cleaning my fabric couch !! plss..havin a hard tym !!
I'll add it to the list!
Please I need help, how to clean fabric dinning chairs that have food and other stains?
Hadeel Elhamouly Hi Hadeel, I would suggest using carpet shampoo. Give it a go and see if it helps.
How do I clean my laminate floors? I usually Swiffer them. Please help!
Bona wood cleaner products review pleasee
Hi I have mahogany dining table. My grandkids have left fingerprints on my seats and table top it won’t come off. What kind I use
Hey mellisa my study table is not polished and ink has spilled on it so what should I do?
How can we remove steam or heat stains from wood? My humidifier leaked all over my table I would like to know if I can fix the vapor marks?
it's a tie between haggis and water. Melissa, do you like Miracle Whip? I feel ya on the mayo, but everyone in the world loves "Mayonaise" by the Smashing Pumpkins.
Haggis and water...hmmm...I wonder which would win? Yes, that song, I know...even the name bothers me.