Issue 49.13
Thank you again readers for the great questions. Call or write me with questions about your cabinets, wood floors, and wood fixtures in your home.
What a wonderful time of year. I would like to personally wish everyone Happy Holidays and a Prosperous New Year!
Dear Ben: I will be using my kitchen a lot over the holidays. What can I do to make it clean and bright?
DEARCLEAN AND BRIGHT : Like any fine-quality furniture, your cabinetry should be treated carefully. Using the proper products, cleaners and clothes to maintain woodwork is the key. Here are some DO’s andDON’T”s for keeping your cabinets clean and bright year round.
1. DO NOT allow water, chemicals (detergents, ammonia, vinegar, etc.) or acid food spills to set on your cabinets. Always immediately wipe up spills as quickly as possible so they won’t damage the finish and wood.
2. DO use a soft cloth.
3.DON’T USE coarse or abrasive cloths or materials as they may dull the finish or leave scratches that cannot be removed.
4.DON’T USE soap pads, scouring pads and brushes.
5. DO use soapy water, a mild all purpose cleaner without ammonia, or oil soap cleaner made especially for wood components.
6.DON’T USE products that contain ammonia, strong solvent cleaners, mineral spirits, paint thinner or any other harsh cleaning chemicals.
7.DON’T USE wax or a polish that contains silicone. Wax builds up on the surface and causes yellowing; silicones smudge and highlight fingerprints, and can be removed only with extreme measures.
Cleaning will not repair damage, scratches or renew your finish. If the finish is worn, water damaged, scratched, you may need a professional. NHance wood renewal specializes in bringing your finish on cabinets and wood floors back to new luster without the dust, mess and strong chemical odors traditionally associated with refinishing, at a fraction of the cost. We can also easily change the color of your cabinets. Please contact me at 669-7080 for a free in home consultation for renewing your wood with NHance.