Wood furniture can have a few different finishes-namely oil, wax, varnish, and paint. Care regimens vary for each, so follow these guidelines for the best results.
Oil
Oil finish is rubbed directly into the wood furniture with no other type of sealer applied over it. The grain is left exposed, and it lacks sheen. Although oil-finished wood furniture is easily damaged by water, it's also easy to care for. Simply reapply a layer of oil. Try Danish oil, a mix of polymerized linseed oil, or Watco Stain Oil. Tung oil also works nicely. Because the oil soaks into the wood, you can apply as many layers as necessary.
Wax
Usually put over an oil finish, wax makes your wood furniture shine and improves durability by taking the brunt of water spots. If the wax layer is damaged, you can easily remove it and apply another coat. Don't know how? Visit RealSimple.com to see how it's done. Even if there are no water spots or scratches it's often good to apply a new coat of wax once a year to remove the dirt and dust of daily life. Use a buffing cloth to give your furniture a good shine in the meantime.
Varnish
A varnished piece of wood furniture is the most waterproof and often the most resilient. But it's also the hardest to repair. If after a few dents and dings your piece of furniture needs repaired, strip and reapply the varnish, sanding between coats.
Paint
Thoroughly clean your painted wood furniture with soap and water on a regular basis. If the paint begins to chip significantly, you can sand it and repaint. Be sure to apply one or two layers of primer before painting.
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