Damaged wooden surfaces, the trick to clean and polish them – as good as new

The art of cleaning and polishing wood: tips and tricks for long-lasting shine

Wood, a versatile natural material that is used in a variety of areas, from furniture to ships and stairs. But like any material, wood also needs care to maintain its beauty and longevity.

Cleaning untreated wooden furniture

Cleaning untreated wooden furniture requires special tricks. Small scratches on glass can often be removed with a piece of cork. For more stubborn stains, a mixture of ash and petrol can be used. A tried and tested trick is to mix wine and olive oil, which is applied to a cotton cloth and used to clean the furniture.

Caring for varnished wooden furniture

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