ᐅ How can I clean Ikea Besta furniture without leaving water spots?

Created on: 17 Jul 2020 08:23

Hello everyone,

I recently purchased some Ikea Besta furniture and am now looking for the best cleaning method to prevent water spots from forming on the surface. My furniture has both high-gloss and matte finishes, and even with quick wiping, water alone still leaves unsightly marks that are very difficult to remove.

I am especially interested in which cleaners or homemade mixtures can help prevent these water spots. It would also be helpful if anyone could share tips on the best way to dry the furniture after cleaning to avoid such marks.

Are there any recommendations regarding the choice of cleaning cloth or wiping technique?

Thanks in advance for your suggestions and experiences!

LOJOPAR18 Jul 2020 14:27

noge58 schrieb:
I have had very good experiences using distilled water.

I can only agree with that.

Here is a simple step-by-step guide that works well for Ikea Besta furniture:

- Step 1: Remove dust with a soft dust cloth before cleaning
- Step 2: Slightly dampen a microfiber cloth with distilled water (not dripping wet)
- Step 3: Gently wipe the furniture surface
- Step 4: Immediately polish with a dry, lint-free microfiber cloth

Note: If you want to use cleaning products, choose very mild options without solvents or alcohol, as these can damage the finish.

This method protects the surface and prevents water marks.

If you wonder why distilled water: it contains minimal minerals, so no lime deposits are left behind.

Israel6219 Jul 2020 07:51

I would also recommend avoiding the use of very hot water, as it can damage the surface.

A damp microfiber cloth followed immediately by drying is the best method.

Tap water often causes spots due to limescale; distilled water eliminates this problem.

ᐅ How can I clean Ikea Besta furniture without leaving water spots?

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