There’s no denying that furniture made from wood is one of the most artistic products available. The grandeur and luxury of a home are often showcased through wooden furniture, making intricately carved wooden pieces a dream for many homeowners.
While admiring these pieces is easy, cleaning wooden furniture is not as straightforward as you might think. Managing to clean every nook and cranny in your home can be a daunting task, especially when it comes to intricate wooden carvings. As the Lunar New Year approaches, if you’re struggling with how to clean this type of material, consider the tips below.
Method 1: Use a Water Flosser
Cleaning wooden furniture isn’t as easy as you might think. (Image source: herstyle).
Instead of spending time and effort wiping by hand, some people have creatively opted to use a water flosser with a strong spray to clean dirt from intricately designed wooden furniture.
Preparation: Water flosser
Execution: Use the tip of the water flosser to spray at the dirty spots on the furniture.
Note: Keep your hand at a distance to avoid scratching or dulling the wood’s finish.
Advantages: Quick and less labor-intensive.
Disadvantages: This method can easily cause water to spray around the house, so it’s not recommended for heavy wooden furniture against the wall.
Method 2: Use a Pressure Washer
This is a solution for cleaning intricate wooden pieces. (Image source: maykhoanbosch).
You heard it right; this is a solution many people choose to tackle the challenge of cleaning intricately designed wooden furniture.
Preparation: Pressure washer
Execution: Use the nozzle of the pressure washer to spray water at the dirty spots on the furniture.
Advantages:
Minimizes the use of chemicals on the wood surface and effectively removes dirt.
It does not leave water marks like traditional cleaning methods.
Disadvantages: Not every household has a pressure washer. Purchasing one can be costly, with prices starting around 1.5 million VND (approximately $65).
Method 3: Use a Paintbrush
Preparation: Paintbrush, 70% alcohol, air compressor or any device that can create air pressure.
Paintbrush. (Image source: Tam Sơn Group).
Execution:
- Step 1: Mix the alcohol with 10 liters of water.
- Step 2: Use the paintbrush to scrub.
- Step 3: Wipe dry with a cloth.
- Step 4: Use the air compressor with an air nozzle to blow dry.
Advantages: Cost-effective.
Disadvantages: This method can be cumbersome as it requires an air compressor, making it difficult for families without one to implement.
Method 4: Use a Toothbrush for Hard-to-Reach Areas
Utilizing an old toothbrush for cleaning. (Image source: Remodelaholic).
Some areas of furniture, such as corners or curves, can be hard to reach with a cloth or spray. For these areas, using a toothbrush is ideal.
Preparation: Toothbrush
- Step 1: Dip the toothbrush in a cleaning solution.
- Step 2: Scrub vertically in hard-to-reach areas until all dirt is removed.
Note: Make sure to scrub along the wood grain gently.
Advantages: Cost-effective.
Disadvantages: Manual cleaning can be quite labor-intensive.
Notes When Cleaning Intricately Carved Wooden Furniture
- If your intricately carved wooden piece is expensive or a collectible, do not rush to clean it. If you lack experience or are unsure, consider hiring a professional cleaning service.
- You should also test any cleaning solution on a small, inconspicuous area of the furniture first. Apply a small amount and wait a few hours to check for any damage or discoloration. If there are no issues, the cleaner is likely safe to use.
- Do not spray cleaning chemicals into joints and crevices. The wooden joints are precisely made, so moistening them can lead to warping and damage.
- When cleaning, rub gently to avoid peeling the wood’s finish. Avoid using sandpaper or stiff brushes for cleaning.
- Be sure to clean the underside of tables and chairs to completely remove spiders or insects that may be nesting.
- If you don’t have specialized wood cleaning solutions, you can use natural alternatives like rice vinegar or baking soda to effectively clean carved wooden chairs.
- Do not use a pressure washer directly on the wood surface.
- Do not expose carved chairs to direct sunlight.
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