old baskets that are dirty & the wood is driedout..should I soak them,
revarnish,use wood cleaner? All are vintage & of course, hand-made
2007-02-11 10:19:42 · 2 answers · asked by knittinannie 2 in Games & Recreation ➔ Hobbies & Crafts
Yes, soak them in soapy water, and then brush very gently with a soft brush. I use a toothbrush. You can then rinse and rub softly with a towel. If using wood cleaner, wait until the basket is completely dry. I wouldn't recommend wood cleaner, unless you choose the expensive natural ingredients. Do not use chemical cleaners.
Call a museum restorer and ask what she would do.
2007-02-11 11:13:31 · answer #1 · answered by Yarnlady_needsyarn 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have just put them in the shower to just rinse off the dirt. If you rub on some of those old dyes they may bleed out. Then I just set them out somewhere to dry.
2007-02-14 22:08:22 · answer #2 · answered by LINDA D. 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋