I use like Jim does, the Murphy Oil soap wash. I have known of more than one old 100yr. old house that had all of the original wood work cleaned with Murphy Oil soap to remove years of crud. Like anything, I am sure,moderation is a a sensible approach. Either in the amount you use or the way you scrub. Anyrate, it has always worked good for me. If the finish looks good after the cleaning, I will then use the Birchwood Casey Stock Sheen. I wouldn't want to rub the crud into the wood though before I cleaned the wood.
Last edited by Dave Katt; 10/29/06 12:13 PM.
