Month: September 2016

Natural wicker furniture used frequently or left at a sunny location may fade and wear a bit with time, resulting in slight discoloration in some regions. As opposed to painting the furniture to make the piece seem more uniform, treat problem areas with wax or cleansers to restore its natural beauty. A Thorough Cleaning Sometimes, wicker may appear dark or discolored simply because it’s dirty. Employing the furniture within this condition could wear away some of the dirt, like on a chair seat, causing a seat that appears as if it has worn into a lighter color than the remainder of the slice. Vacuum the entire wicker piece with an upholstery brush attachment. Afterwards, clean it with a damp cloth dipped to a mild soapy solution, followed with a damp cloth with soap. Use a toothbrush or cotton swab to reach into crevices and corners. Do not oversaturate the wicker,…

It might be difficult to keep in mind the manufacturer or style of crystal place settings if the pieces have been sitting unused in your closet for many years; in fact, you might be uncertain if the pieces are authentic crystal in the first location. While it’s not always possible to ascertain the exact producer or pattern of crystal, some clues might point you in the right direction. The Crystal Test That beautiful goblet on the shelf at a thrift store could be glass, or it might be crystal. Without packaging or markings, it is somewhat tough to tell if the piece is genuine crystal at a glance. Light shining through the item emits a rainbow if it’s crystal; it doesn’t if it’s glass. A strong light source such as sunlight is most effective for the light test. Crystal also has a distinctive ring that lasts a while if you…