ᐅ What is the best way to clean Ikea Hemnes furniture when there are children in the house?
Created on: 29 Jul 2022 08:13
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Good morning everyone, I’m currently facing a challenge and would appreciate your experienced advice: What is the best way to clean the Ikea Hemnes furniture when there are children in the house? In our case, this mostly involves dirt from spilled drinks, fingerprints, and occasionally small snack stains. I want to keep the care routine as gentle as possible since the material is said to be delicate, but also hygienic and free from harmful substances because of the children’s contact. Does anyone have a tried-and-true routine or special cleaning products that work well without damaging the furniture? I’m grateful for any tips, including practical tricks for removing stubborn stains.
JONSON schrieb:
If stains are particularly stubborn, there are professional wood care products specifically recommended for lacquered wood.I completely agree with that! These products can sometimes be a real game changer. Here’s another tip: if the kids have been especially creative and glue has ended up on the surface, gently scraping it off with a plastic spatula can work—but be careful to avoid scratches. It’s better to take it slow.
One more good tip from me: odors often linger on wood. A simple home remedy can help—apply diluted fresh lemon juice as a follow-up treatment. Of course, don’t use too much; apply sparingly and wipe off immediately.
I would especially pay attention to moisture. Avoid cleaning with too much water and always dry thoroughly. Children often leave wet fingers and hands behind, but too much water can damage the wood or the paint finish. Otherwise, you don’t need any special cleaning products; regular mild soap is sufficient.
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PECLARISSA31 Jul 2022 07:54This is how I do it: I wipe the surface daily with a slightly damp cotton cloth, which usually removes most of the fingerprints very well. When the kids have made a mess with spills again, I apply a little olive oil to a cloth and gently rub the stains—sounds unusual, but the oil restores the shine and gently nourishes the wood. Afterwards, I quickly wipe it over with a dry cloth.
However, this should not be done too often, as the wood can become too oily; every two to three weeks works perfectly. Also, avoid using harsh cleaners—my top tip for anyone with children who tend to make a mess!
However, this should not be done too often, as the wood can become too oily; every two to three weeks works perfectly. Also, avoid using harsh cleaners—my top tip for anyone with children who tend to make a mess!
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