Using Furniture Polish When Dusting

 For many people, using some form of polish on wood surfaces is standard practice during routine dusting and cleaning chores. They do this without giving much thought to it, but is it necessary? And is it possible that it might actually harm the fine wood surfaces?

According to Donald C. Williams, Senior Furniture Conservator, Conservation Analytical Laboratory at the Smithsonian Institution, it depends on a lot on what type of polish you're using. There are three different types of polish commonly used, and in some of them, the chemicals and natural products they contain can dull the finish or even attract dust. Over time, polishes may build up and darken furniture, making it look dirtier.

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