How to Polish Black Furniture

Whether you're attracted to a black dresser or a set of black tables and chairs, the appeal is easy to understand. The richness of the color is dramatic and adds beauty to almost any color scheme. Expect to polish black furniture more often than other lighter furniture because dust and fingerprints show up more against the dark tones. If the furniture is not taken care of properly, it can become dull and take on a grayish cast. Take heart as there are a variety of methods for polishing your black furniture easily and safely.

Things You'll Need

Lambswool duster
Soft rags, such as old t-shirts
Cornstarch

Furniture wax
Liquid fabric softener
Water

Instructions

How to Polish Black Furniture
- 1
  Assess your black wood furniture piece. If it's merely dusty, use a lambswool duster to clean and restore the shine. You can find these in discount or janitorial supply stores.
- 2
  Sprinkle cornstarch on your black wood if it's full of fingerprints or old furniture polish. Rub with a soft rag, such as an old t-shirt.
- 3
  Choose a furniture wax or paste to maintain the gloss and surface of your wood. The Furniture Connoisseur says that if your wood item has scratches, a wax product is the best choice. Use a wax or beeswax in a color that's closest to the color of your wood.
- 4
  Apply the wax liberally with a soft rag and rub it into the wood. Let it sit for a few minutes, and rub off the excess wax with a clean soft rag. This should hide scratches and restore the surface of your black furniture.

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