How to Clean Antique Wicker Furniture

How to Clean Antique Wicker Furniture
Written By
Shelley Marie
Shelley Marie
Published: Jan 13, 2011
Updated: Nov 20, 2021
1 minute read
  1. Vacuum the wicker furniture with a brush attachment to remove loose dirt or dust. Make sure to go over all areas of the furniture with the attachment.

  2. Fill a bucket with 1 gallon of warm water. Add 2 tbsp. of mild dish detergent or 1/4 cup of oil soap.

  3. Dip a cloth into the cleaning solution, and wring it out. Wipe the wicker furniture with the cloth to remove any dirt or residue. Rinse the cloth in the bucket when needed.

  4. Dampen a cloth with warm water, and wring it out. Wipe over the furniture to remove any soap residue.

  5. Wipe the furniture with a towel to remove any excess moisture, and allow it to air dry completely in a well-ventilated area.

Tips

Keep your wicker furniture out of extreme weather and humidity to keep it in top condition.

Warnings

Don't soak your wicker furniture with water while cleaning.

Photo Credits

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Shelley Marie

Shelley Marie has been writing professionally since 2008 for online marketing and informational websites. Her areas of expertise include home, garden and health. She holds a Bachelor of Science in business administration and an associate…

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