How to Clean Antique Furniture
When cleaning antique furniture, don’t use anything harsh! A solution of water and hand dish soap (not dishwasher detergent) is good for finished furniture, as is a product such as Murphy’s oil soap. If the wood is bare, don’t use anything water-based, however, as the wood will absorb the water and swell. For more information, look here: http://www.refinishwizard.com/cleaning_antique_furniture.
