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Drying Glass

Many problems can be avoided by always drying glass thoroughly after cleaning, and by always storing or displaying it in well-ventilated, damp-free surroundings. The best way to dry all types of glass is to wipe it gently with either a chamois leather or a soft...

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20th January 1996

Dusting a Rug

Rugs should be dusted regularly, and always before washing and removing stains, to remove small pieces of grit and dirt that gradually erode the fibres if left to accumulate. Regular dusting will also remove any moth eggs that might be incubating in the fibres...

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20th January 1996

Dusting Ceramics

All ceramics should be dusted regularly, and always before washing and removing stains. Do this by supporting the piece with your free hand and lightly flicking a soft-bristled artist’s dusting brush or make-up brush back and forth across the surface...

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20th January 1996

Filling Small Holes & Shallow Cracks in Furniture

Groups of small holes in wooden furniture are the result of infestation by insects, mainly woodworm. This must be treated before you fill the holes (For information on how to treat woodworm....

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20th January 1996

Hand Washing Textiles

Remove dust by placing the textile on a sheet of plastic and cover it with nylon filament screening. Pass the nozzle of a vacuum cleaner 2.5 to 5cm above the surface to remove any dust .If the textile is frayed, put screening...

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20th January 1996

Handling Plastics

Chemicals and moisture in fingerprints can leave marks on plastics which are not only unsightly, but can also lead to subsequent surface deterioration. Therefore, whenever possible wear gloves when handling...

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20th January 1996