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AGuide to Lacquer Furniture Finishes

Required to regularly dust with a soft dry cloth. Never use oiled or treated cloths on lacquered finishes. Some finishes can be cleaned with a damp (not wet), followed immediately by rubbing with a dry cloth (see first in inconspicuous spot) to remove fingerprints and smudges. Cleaner solvent-based furniture can be useful in many finishes, [...]

Antique Furniture Finishes

Antique wooden furniture, as it is of value should be approached with care for any doityourselfer. It is always best with the original finish. Vacuum or dust the surfaces with a soft cloth. Occasionally use a cloth dampened with just wax based cleaning solvents to clean the surface to select more dust, and immediately with [...]