Melody
The Great North Woods in the Land of Hiawatha
USA
3317 Posts
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.
YellowRose
True Blue Farmgirl
6912 Posts
Sara
Paris
TX
USA
6912 Posts
Posted - Jun 24 2016 : 2:04:09 PM
I've used Murphey's Oil on kitchen cabinets with good results.
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gramadinah
True Blue Farmgirl
3557 Posts
Diana
Orofino
ID
USA
3557 Posts
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
Farmgirl Sister #273
jan49829
True Blue Farmgirl
2428 Posts
Janet
Winter Haven
Florida
USA
2428 Posts
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.
Dull Streaky Furniture!
Posted - Jun 24 2016 : 12:30:16 PM
