How to Clean Unfinished Pine Boards

Unfinished Pine Boards

Pine wood can be stained, sealed with a coating or unfinished. Unfinished wood can become discolored due to the use of cleaning products or excess water. A gentle cleaning solution is the best way to clean knotty pine wood. 

Here are some instructions to clean unfinished pine boards.

1. Use vacuum to remove the dust. But do not use the vacuum head on the surface because this will result an unwanted scratches. We can use a clean cloth or duster to clean the pine wood.

2. For cleaning pine wood, use ammonia. Mix ammonia and water in a bucket. This mixture is effective in cleaning soil or stains from the unfinished wood. Dip a soft cleaning cloth into the solution. Use ammonia very carefully because the ammonia method may discolor the wood or make it cloudy if used on finished surfaces. 

3. Use trisodium phosphate with warm water in a bucket. Dip a soft bristle brush in the solution and scrub the wood thoroughly. It will remove mildew, dirt and grime.

4. Use a mixture of oxalic acid and water to remove the dust. Use a clean paintbrush or cloth to neutralize the acid and stop the bleaching action.

5. Spot-clean heavy stains that are not removed by solution. Apply the floor wax with a clean cloth to remove the scratch.

6. Mild dish soap is used to clean the pine furniture. Mix the mild dish shop with water. Wet the cloth and wash the surface of the wood by rubbing gently with the cloth. Allow the surface to dry before placing cushions or other items.

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