What is the best way to clean painted wooden doors?

Question

first i tried Clorox Wipes
then I tried Murphy's Oil Soap
both did nothing

Answer 1

you need a chemical paint stripper from home depot, or similar, use a puddy knife to scrape it off, do it outside, when finished let dry, sand and stain to desired darkness. have fun,

Answer 2

First of all, are you trying to clean grease from your doors? If so, put some Skin So Soft bath oil (Avon) on the grease and wipe off with a paper towel until grease is gone. Then, wash with a dish washing liquid, like Dawn, diluted in hot water. The oil actually loosens the hold that the kitchen grease has on the wood. It also won't harm your wooden surfaces, because it's an oil, and will actually even clean unpainted wooden surfaces just as well, leaving them looking great. Identifying the kind of dirt makes it easier to know what product to use. Simple Green also works well on grease, as well as S p i c & Span. When cleaning wooden surfaces, use an old washcloth, which is rough and can scrub the surface easier. Hope this helps. <*)))><

Answer 3

depends on what the stains are your cleaning,,mostly it is safe to use mild soap diluted in water,, but check the paint you used on the door or if the door was pre assembled, checck with the supplier of the door and they can give you a list of availabe agents for cleaning that wont harm the finish

Answer 4

There is s product called "Simple Green". It can be found in home supply stores as well as grocery stores. Excellent product. Works very well on all surfaces. Used straight, it will remove wax from floors.

Answer 5

You need to go to the hardware store and get TSP(trisodiumphosphate) Wear gloves,follow box directions.It will work