How Do You Clean Black Lacquered Furniture?
Black lacquered furniture’s glossy finish adds beautiful depth to pianos, chests, tables, and many other pieces or home accessories. But regular cleaning methods leave dust, residue, and streaks, as well as scratch the delicate finish. Learn how to avoid these eyesores and keep your furniture shining every day. Remember that while lacquer is hard and glossy it is also brittle, denting, chipping, and scratching easily. Older finishes are especially vulnerable, so check any cleaning method in an inconspicuous spot first. Dampen the first soft cloth with water. Wring out the cloth so that no visible moisture will be appear on the surface. Choose a small section and dust the area with the damp cloth. To avoid creating swirl marks, wipe with straight strokes rather than circular motions. Wipe with the grain for natural wood finishes, or in the direction of the existing pattern for solid-color satin finishes. Quickly dry the area with the dry cloth. If smudges and fingerprints are still visi
