Clean unfinished wood paneling by wiping with a soft-bristle brush.
Wood paneling may come finished or unfinished in a home. Unfinished wood paneling absorbs liquid because of its porous surface, while finished wood may have a stained or painted finish. Each type of wood paneling requires certain treatment techniques to ensure the wood remains in good condition. Treating wood paneling incorrectly may result in warped boards or permanent staining of the wood. With the proper tools you can maintain your for many years to come.
Instructions
Unfinished Wood Paneling
1. Wipe unfinished wood paneling with a soft-bristle brush. Start at the top of the paneling and use downward brush strokes.
2. Run a soft cloth quickly through running cold water, allowing the cloth to become damp but not wet.
3. Wipe the damp cloth over the wood paneling, wiping from the top to the bottom. Dry the paneling with a clean cloth.
4. Pour 1 to 2 tbsp. of wood oil onto a clean cloth and wipe over the paneling, restoring shine to the wood.
Finished Wood Paneling
5. Vacuum the wood paneling using the brush attachment on a sweeper. Start from the top of the paneling, working your way toward the floor.
6. Pour 1 tsp. of saddle soap onto a clean cloth. Wipe the soap onto the wood paneling, starting at the top working down. Clean a 3-foot-wide section at a time.
7. Rinse the cloth in the sink to remove dirt and grime.
8. Wipe the section dry with a soft, cotton cloth rubbing with the grain of the wood. Repeat all of the steps with the next section of wood paneling. Fold the cotton cloth to expose a clean area and buff the wood dry. Repeat until all sections of wood paneling are clean.
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