Care & Repair
From removing watermarks and repairing scratches on furniture, to cleaning jewellery and textiles, to storing and displaying your collection, our unique online guide is the place to start.
Applying wax polish
A wide choice of high-quality wax polishes is available in clear or coloured formulas. Coloured wax is recommended if you wish to darken slightly the colour of the stained wood. Wax polishes are also available in various...
- 20th January 2010
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After Care For Restored Furniture
Dust all of your furniture regularly. Every month or two, re-oil or re-wax furniture, depending on the finish. Apply the oil or wax very sparingly with a clean, soft cloth. With another...
- 20th January 2010
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Applying an Oil Finish
Use a soft, lint-free rag to rub a generous quantity of boiled linseed oil into the wood. Keep rubbing in oil as hard as you can until the wood will soak up no more. Wipe off...
- 20th January 2010
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Avoiding the Effects of Humidity on Leather
Leather is a relatively tough material that stands up well to everyday wear and tear. Nevertheless, it is vulnerable to adverse atmospheric conditions. For example, the...
- 20th January 2010
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Bonding simple ceramic breaks
This method can be used to repair plates, cups, saucers and bowls made in porcelain, earthenware, terracotta or pottery. (Note. if it is rare or valuable, you should entrust the task to a professional restorer.) 1. Preparing the surface...
- 20th January 2010
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Cleaning & Reviving Furniture
Before cleaning furniture, you should remove all dust from the surface of the piece, using a soft-bristled dusting brush. Make sure you work the bristles into any recessed sections and mouldings. If your piece is simply dull and dirty...
- 20th January 2010
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