Nontoxic cleaning for natural woods deserves a gentle approach because wood can be affected by acidity, too much dryness, and too much wetness.
The wood polish recipe below is my favorite way to clean wood tables and shelves!
Wood Polish
Mix all together is a glass spray bottle, shake before each use. This recipe can also be made with orange or lavender essential oil.
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