Has your furniture started looking dull and dirty? Does it lack the shine and luster it used to have in the initial months when you bought it? If so, then this means that you need to polish your furniture to restore its glossy look. Although you can purchase commercial furniture polishes, they contain a ton of chemicals, which is why people are now opting for homemade solutions to keep their kids and family away from such deadly chemicals.
This homemade concoction will help you get rid of all the dirt, and debris stuck on your wooden furniture to reveal a brighter and polished surface.
Ingredients you will be needing:
- Olive oil – 3/4 cup
- Distilled White Vinegar – ¼ Cup
- Lemon Juice – 1 teaspoon
- Funnel
- Measuring Cup
- A Small Plastic Container
Directions:
1. Put all your ingredients in one place
Gather all the ingredients including a funnel and the measuring cup. You can get a plastic container at your local store; however,if you are unable to get one, you can repurpose a small bottle that is squeezable.
2. Create a mixture of olive oil and vinegar
Using a measuring cup, add ¾ cup of olive oil into a container. Next, add ¼ cup of distilled white vinegar into the same container. Vinegar is used to get rid of the spots and stains while disinfecting the surface, and olive oil help in nourishing the surface of the wood.
3. Squeeze in half a lemon into the mixture
Take half a lemon and squeeze it into the oil and vinegar mixture – which equals to around 1 teaspoon of lemon juice. If you do not have any lemons at home, you can take your bottled lemon juice that you bought from the market and add it to the mixture. Lemon juice is an essential ingredient as it helps in gently removing any stains from the wood while moisturizing and hydrating the surface.
4. Wipe Away and Polish the Surface
Before putting the mixture to use, shake it well to ensure that all the ingredients have combined properly. Now add a small amount of this concoction to a soft, clean cloth and carefully polish the surface of the wood. Allow it to air dry for a few minutes, and then buff the surface using a clean, dry cloth. Once you are done with the polishing, you can store this useful mixture in the refrigerator for future use.
This step by step guide will help you remove all the stains from your wooden furniture while bringing it back to life by restoring its shine and polish.
