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| melody |
Posted - Jun 24 2016 : 12:30:16 PM
I need some guidance:
I purchased 6 ladder back chairs that were covered in old splashes of food and an enormous amount of wax and cigarette smoke buildup-I tried using warm water with vinegar and just a smidgeon of dawn. I scrubbed the chairs down TWICE. Now the chairs-slats mostly-appear very dull -waxy and streaky. I know I cannot have a pristine finish cause the chairs are very old, but I just HATE the way they look.
What can I use to really clean the chairs and what should I use to wax or oil them to a deep soft shine?
I have used lemon oil in the past and tried it on one chair --it just appeared wet and slippery. On another chair--- I tried some Butcher's paste wax and it looked nice at first but after buffing it out it also appeared waxy and dull.
Grrrrrr-----
Would appreciate your advice girls!!
Melody
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| jan49829 |
Posted - Jun 25 2016 : 07:07:06 AM
I use 1/4 cup vinegar with 3/4 cup canola oil. Rub on the wood, and it will restore to it's original color. For me it works like a charm. Hope this helps.
Jan
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| gramadinah |
Posted - Jun 24 2016 : 2:28:05 PM
I use a product called Howard's Restore a Finish It is in colors I think what is does in reactivate the finish that is on it and smooths it out then you follow with a wax by Howard.
Diana
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| YellowRose |
Posted - Jun 24 2016 : 2:04:09 PM
I've used Murphey's Oil on kitchen cabinets with good results.
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