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Interior & Exterior Care
SECTION FOUR
WOOD CARE
For general cleaning, regularly wipe wood surfaces using
a soft cloth lightly dampened with clear warm water .
Thoroughly dry to prevent streaking . For stubborn
stains, use a clean cloth dampened with a solution of
mild non-alkaline soap (dish washing liquid) and water
and rinse .
Dry thoroughly, buffing in the direction of the wood
grain . Never use abrasive cleaners, scouring pads or
powdered cleansers . Polishing products used on the
solid wood surface depends on individual preference .
Always follow product instructions .
Excessive dampness, dryness, heat, or cold can damage
solid wood finishes . Sunlight can change the color or
age the wood . Never allow moisture or spills to stand,
always blot dry immediately . Solvents, alcohol, nail
polish and polish removers, as well as harsh cleaners,
should not be used on finished wood surfaces .
Minor damage to solid wood surfaces can be repaired
quickly and effectively with a bit of hard work, some
careful attention to details, and most importantly, the
right materials . However, any wood repair or finishing
job is best left for a professionally trained individual .
Sanding and Sandpaper:
The following table is a general guide and may vary
with wood type . The key to sanding is using the right
sandpaper for the repair that is needed . Always sand
with the grain .
Steel Wool:
Abrasive material composed of long steel fibers .
Coarser grades are used to remove paint and other
finishes; finer grades for polishing or smoothing a
finished surface .
Nail Holes and Small Cracks:
Fill nail holes and small cracks with wood putty or dough
for unstained woods prior to any sanding . Stained
finishes require filling holes and cracks after the stain
has been applied . Putty should match the stain closely
in color .
Scratches and Nicks:
“Quick and simple” rarely describes repairs to stained
wood finishes; however, a few tricks used by professional
woodworkers can be tried to repair nicks and scratches .
Fixing Scratches in Stained Woodwork:
Light scratches will often disappear when carefully rubbed
with furniture polish or paste wax . When scratches appear
lighter than the surrounding dark-stained woodwork, it
usually means either the scratch goes through the stain
into the wood or that the varnish is flaking off . Deeper
scratches can be hidden by carefully rubbing with a piece
of oily nut meat such as Brazil nut, black walnut or pecan .
Be careful to rub the nut meat directly into the scratch
to avoid darkening of the surrounding wood . Color the
scratch with brown coloring crayon or liquid shoe dye
(especially good on walnut) . Always test a procedure on
an inconspicuous area on the wood to ensure no damage
to the finish occurs .
Staining a Scratch with Iodine:
•
Mahogany:
Use new iodine .
•
Brown
or
Cherry Mahogany:
Use iodine that has
turned dark brown .
•
Maple:
Dilute one part iodine with one part
denatured alcohol .
Commercial scratch removers, or stick wax to match
the wood finish, can also be used . After the scratch
has been hidden, polish or wax the entire area .
Deep scratches should be repaired and finished by a
professional .
NOTE:
It is important to inform the service technician of
any products used for the care and cleaning in the
event of wood repairs .
Grit
Grade
Use
80-120
Medium
Smoothing the surface,
removing small marks.
150-180
Fine
Final sanding prior to
finishing.
220-240
Very Fine
Sanding between coats of
sealing.
280-320 Extra Fine
Removing dust spots or
marks between finish coats.
360-600 Super Fine
Removing luster or surface
blemishes.
TIP:
A little sawdust and wood glue can be used to
make putty for end grains .
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