story by Leah R. TroianoWhen the time came to purchase a dining room table, I fell in love with a piece made from stunning, richly grained mango wood. The table was an extravagant purchase, so I listened very carefully while the salesperson recited care instructions. Then I dutifully purchased the recommended furniture polish.
As soon as the table was delivered, I lovingly polished it from top to bottom. However, the polish had a lingering smell. After the job was finished, I decided to read the ingredients.
The ingredients weren’t listed; instead, there was a warning: “Vapor harmful: Use only with adequate ventilation.” Then, at the bottom of the can: “Contains solvents which can cause permanent brain and nervous system damage.” (Insert heavy sigh.)
As I walked around my house, opening windows to vent the fumes, I decided to find a way to safely remove the polish and still keep the surface protected.
Luckily, a quick search provided an easy and inexpensive alternative. The best part: I had all the ingredients in my house and you probably do, too!
Leah R. Troiano, a certified cancer support educator, works with people who have cancer or would like to prevent cancer. Videos on how to make the products featured in this column can be found at cancerhealthandwellness.com. Contact Leah at [email protected].
Directions
- ¼ cup
- White vinegar
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- 7 to 10 drops lemon or pine essential oil (optional)
- Clean spray bottle
- Clean cotton cloth (an old cotton T-shirt works well)
Add vinegar, olive oil and essential oils to the spray bottle. Shake well. Wipe the surface free of any large bits of food or heavy dust. Spray mixture on a small surface area. Rub mixture into the furniture, working your way over the entire surface.
*The vinegar cleans and the olive oil moisturizes. Strained lemon juice can be substituted for the vinegar, but leftovers should be tossed after each use (the olive oil can go rancid). When using this or any new product, always test a small inconspicuous area for adverse reaction before using.
Wooden furniture indeed have a classy feel.No matter what people say,When it comes to furniture,wooden ones top the charts.The tough part about wooden furniture is the initial polishing stuff required.But once that phase is done with,it doesn't require much of a maintenance. But I have to fill you in.These things don't come cheap. These furniture do cost a fortune.Those willing to get one but cant afford to can rent out furniture of their choice from various furniture rentals.
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Wooden furniture indeed have a classy feel.No matter what people say,When it comes to furniture,wooden ones top the charts.The tough part about wooden furniture is the initial polishing stuff required.But once that phase is done with,it doesn't require much of a maintenance. But I have to fill you in.These things don't come cheap. These furniture do cost a fortune.Those willing to get one but cant afford to can rent out furniture of their choice from various furniture rentals.
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Useful information. This seems to be pretty useful to people that wants organic polishing solutions. Thanks for sharing.
Useful information. This seems to be pretty useful to people that wants organic polishing solutions. Thanks for sharing.
Many of us do not take care of their furniture but it is a bad habit. There many advanced and new technology to wash the furniture which make our furniture long lasting. Maintenance is a vital step to make the durable product long run.
Many of us do not take care of their furniture but it is a bad habit. There many advanced and new technology to wash the furniture which make our furniture long lasting. Maintenance is a vital step to make the durable product long run.