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Polish is sometimes hyped as a wood protector, but the varnish, lacquer or synthetic finish used on quality furniture is really what preserves the wood. Actually, it would be more accurate to say that the polish conditions or protects the protection.
In routine maintenance, a dusting is all your furniture will need, but occasionally, cleaning to remove fingerprint smudges, smoky film, airborne grease and the like may be in order. Apply a non-wax wood-cleaning product or dust remover to a soft cotton cloth, not to the furniture, to rub out the smudges and grime. Silicone-based wood polishes are not recommended for fine furniture.
Some experts say furniture wax — sold in cream or paste form — is a lot more trouble than it’s worth. It takes a lot of effort to apply and buff out. In addition, wax builds up over the years, making for even more work when it comes time to remove accumulations of old wax.
