Ammonia Method
Step 1
Dust the pine wood with a cleaning cloth or feather duster.
Step 2
Mix a cleaning solution of 20 percent ammonia and 80 percent water in a bucket.
Step 3
Dip a soft cleaning cloth into the solution and wring it out well.
Step 4
Rub the cloth over the entire surface of the pine wood. This mixture is effective in cleaning soil or stains from the unfinished wood.
Mineral Spirits Method
Step 1
Wipe off the unfinished pine boards with a soft cloth or feather duster to remove any dust or loose soil.
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Step 2
Dip a soft cleaning cloth into the mineral spirits or turpentine.
Step 3
Wipe down the surface of the unfinished pine boards. This method effectively cleans greasy grime, oil, wax buildup and furniture polish from wood surfaces.