152 572 House & Garden Housekeeping General Housekeeping true Tue, 04 Dec 2007 01:15:29 -0800 /system/videos/5/52/01/152.flv DIY, Instructional, tutorial, Do It Yourself, Tips, Essential Skills, Learn to, clean, wood, wooden, table, housekeeping, housecleaning, cleaning, wash How To Clean a Wooden Table http://www.howcast.com/videos/152-How-To-Clean-a-Wooden-Table http://www.howcast.com/videos/152-How-To-Clean-a-Wooden-Table/edit approved 128 640 480 <object width="425" height="352" classid="clsid:D27CDB6E-AE6D-11cf-96B8-444553540000" id="howcastplayer"><param name="movie" value="http://www.howcast.com/flash/howcast_player.swf?file=152"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowScriptAccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.howcast.com/flash/howcast_player.swf?file=152" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" width="425" height="352" allowFullScreen="true" allowScriptAccess="always" ></embed></object> 3 homerefiner http://img.howcast.com/system/thumbnails/152/House.How_to_Clean_a_Wooden_Table_SD_xxlarge_maintained_aspect.jpg 2084 false false false 1966 0 29 Step http://img.howcast.com/system/thumbnails/152/29.jpg Test table Place a drop of liquid detergent on a cotton cloth dampened with warm water to test the table first. Test in a small, inconspicuous place — like along the edge of the table or at a corner.

]]> 1967 1 41 Step http://img.howcast.com/system/thumbnails/152/41.jpg Create solution If there is no noticeable damage or discoloration to the table’s finish, create a solution of water and liquid detergent to clean the entire table.

]]> 1968 2 51 Step http://img.howcast.com/system/thumbnails/152/51.jpg Clean table Clean the table with the soapy solution using a cloth from which any excess water has been squeezed out.

]]> 1969 3 58 Step http://img.howcast.com/system/thumbnails/152/58.jpg Rinse often Rinse the cloth often as you clean, rewetting and then wringing it out again.

]]> 1970 4 65 Step http://img.howcast.com/system/thumbnails/152/65.jpg Rinse detergent off When the entire table has been cleaned, rinse the detergent off with another cloth dipped in warm water—again, don’t use too much water.

]]> 1971 5 76 Tip For tough grime or stains, use a cloth dipped in mineral spirits and rub in strong circular strokes, being careful not to dig through the finish. If this technique does not work, your table needs to be refinished by a professional.

]]> 1972 6 90 Step http://img.howcast.com/system/thumbnails/152/90.jpg Dry table Rub the table with a dry cloth to remove any trace of moisture.

]]> 1973 7 95 Tip To remove water rings, try applying a small amount of non-gel toothpaste to a damp cloth and rubbing it over the ring. Wipe it clean with another damp cloth, then wipe it dry.

]]> 1974 8 107 Step http://img.howcast.com/system/thumbnails/152/107.jpg Apply wax When the table is clean and dry, apply furniture wax—but only do this once every three months to a year to avoid buildup.

]]> 1975 9 116 Fact The traditional gift for a fifth wedding anniversary is something made of wood—how about a nice, shiny table?

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