Wood Furniture Care

How to Care for Wood Furniture & Other Wood Products

Caring for wood furniture and decor is not as hard as you may think. Most of us overthink it! In general, wood furniture only requires light dusting and the occasional wipe with a lightly dampened non-scratch cloth, followed by a wipe with a dry cloth.

My Wood Furniture is Dusty
Dust it with a gentle dust brush or feather duster.

My Wood Furniture is Dirty
Wipe it with a lightly dampened cloth, followed by a dry cloth to remove excess moisture. Repeat as necessary.

My Wood Furniture Has Tough Dirt Caked On
If wiping with a damp cloth isn't enough, you may need to get tough. Try adding a mild dish detergent to the damp cloth to see if that breaks up the dirt.

My Wood Has Scratches or Dings
Unfortunately, there's not much that can be done about scratches in wood finish, without risking further damage. There are DIY sites that will give advice, and you're free to try some of their tips. Another option is to reach out to a professional refinisher who can offer a range of solutions, including a touch-up, or a full sanding and restoration.

When should I use furniture polishes and cleansers?
NEVER! The typical furniture polishes you find at department stores (rhymes with "sledge") can do damage to wood finishes over long periods of use. Most cleaners and polishes have harsh agents that tend to eat at wood finishes and dull their sheen. This is especially true for high-gloss finishes.

Does Holzer Handcrafted refinish wood furniture?
Maybe. Sort of. If it's one of my own pieces, I'll happily take a look, offer advice, and perhaps refinish for you. Mainly because I know how it was built and finished. If it's not one of mine, I'm just not comfortable working on it.

Have Further Questions?
If you ever have questions about how to care for Holzer Handcrafted wood products, please contact us right away!