How can I protect the the stored garments from having the oil in the cedar blocks from not staining these garments?
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I did not have any problem with oil from the blocks - if you are having a problem with oil, you might try wrapping the blocks in cheesecloth or an old rag to absorb any oil. I use mine in a drawer with linens and they do touch, but no oil has rubbed off.
2022607
That is exactly why I returned these - did not expect them to be drenched in oil! It seeped through the plastic bag and BOTH layers of shipping boxes. The blocks themselves were stained, so clearly they would have stained my wood furniture plus my clothing. I ended up getting a block of good cedar from the hardware store and cutting it down into blocks. Any time they need refreshing I just sand them a bit and the scent re-activates. Not only works well, but was way less expensive. (Just put a reminder on your calendar to give them a little sanding from time to time.)
1866187
Dampen a microfiber cloth with it and gently work the stain. Condition with protectant.
1105467
I'm not much help. I used the cedar paper to line a hope chest. After almost 2 years have to say the cedar "scent" is almost gone.
1542252
I've used a rag with a little bit of laundry detergent. Worked pretty good. Kept it out of reach from the little guy until it dried.
697015
I have this block, If I had Black stains on it I would take some Fine sand paper and see if I couldn't buff it out. Then wipe it down and re-oil. Never use water on your board Just a lightly dampened cloth.
119387
I don't know. You may protect the cover (You should put a bit on the inside cover first to see if the fabric is discolored.) but you can't stop the paper from absorbing dampness.
574967
There should be a little foam pad inside. If not, a damp paper towel or rag will work.
1576136
After use for one coat, I rinsed the lambwool with mineral oil, kept it in a sandwich bag to keep it from drying and then reused it for the next coating. No problem.
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If you leave moisture on it the outside can turn a brownish color, its nothing to worry about and will rub off with a bit of elbow grease and a microfiber cloth, some people like to oil them a bit after washing, but the key is making sure its nice and dry before storing it again. There are products like Break-Free CLP or even WD-40 would work, you just want something to displace the moisture, a quick towel drying will likely leave a moisture film, I always dry with microfiber to avoid this. If you ever see the blade turning a more reddish color, that's rust and means you aren't keep it clean and dry. If you leave moisture on it the outside can turn a brownish color, its nothing to worry about and will rub off with a bit of elbow grease and a microfiber cloth, some people like to oil them a bit after washing, but the key is making sure its nice and dry before storing it again. There are products like Break-Free CLP or even WD-40 would work, you just want something to displace the moisture, a quick towel drying will likely leave a moisture film, I always dry with microfiber to avoid this. If you ever see the blade turning a more reddish color, that's rust and means you aren't keep it... » Read More If you leave moisture on it the outside can turn a brownish color, its nothing to worry about and will rub off with a bit of elbow grease and a microfiber cloth, some people like to oil them a bit after washing, but the key is making sure its nice and dry before storing it again. There are products like Break-Free CLP or even WD-40 would work, you just want something to displace the moisture, a quick towel drying will likely leave a moisture film, I always dry with microfiber to avoid this. If you ever see the blade turning a more reddish color, that's rust and means you aren't keep it clean and dry. « Show Less
1200645
This requires that the garment be machine dried. I suggest Nikwax Tent and Gear Solarproof.
1027995
I have used a clean cotton cloth. It's very soft so it won't scratch or damage the wood. Cotton has worked the best with spreading the wax. I have found that synthetic fibers like polyester or rayon don't give an even coat.
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The stones are packaged with an oil, I suppose to protect them, but once you receive them, I would suggest cleaning and disinfecting them thoroughly. Once this is done you may want to apply a thin coat of a light base oil to the stones before storing them.
1707640
I would suggest using an oil based finishing product to prevent excess drying and warping.
1840433
There was no protective coating on our piece. We put several coats of cedar stain/weather-coa on our table for outside use. So far, it has held up well.
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The key is to keep air away from the silver. Is the display airtight? If not you will need to keep this cloth on top and bottom covering the jewelry completely to prevent tarnishing. Perhaps keeping it under the jewelry during shopping hours and cover completely after hours will be enough. Hopefully, it all will be selling out as you replace it with new pieces. I covered inside a jewelry box including the lid. But my silver still started to turn brown. I then added a double layer (serged around the edges) and laid flat against the metal and the tarnishing stopped. BTW - My silver is beautiful against the blue. Any pieces that are antiqued will not show as well against black as they do against the blue. The key is to keep air away from the silver. Is the display airtight? If not you will need to keep this cloth on top and bottom covering the jewelry completely to prevent tarnishing. Perhaps keeping it under the jewelry during shopping hours and cover completely after hours will be enough. Hopefully, it all will be selling out as you replace it with new pieces. I covered inside a jewelry box including the lid. But my silver still started to turn brown. I then added a double layer (serged around the edges) and laid flat against the metal and the tarnishing stopped. BTW - My silver is... » Read More The key is to keep air away from the silver. Is the display airtight? If not you will need to keep this cloth on top and bottom covering the jewelry completely to prevent tarnishing. Perhaps keeping it under the jewelry during shopping hours and cover completely after hours will be enough. Hopefully, it all will be selling out as you replace it with new pieces. I covered inside a jewelry box including the lid. But my silver still started to turn brown. I then added a double layer (serged around the edges) and laid flat against the metal and the tarnishing stopped. BTW - My silver is beautiful against the blue. Any pieces that are antiqued will not show as well against black as they do against the blue. « Show Less
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I picked up some wood/bamboo conditioning oil and applied a few coats on the board, and I reapply it about once a month for maintenance. It helps to give the butcher block a nice rich color and makes it easier to clean too. I'm guessing that will help with the white haze you're seeing. You can get it at kitchen stores (like bed bath and beyond) or here on amazon. Good luck!
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i have grandchildren too, i got a can of scotch stain guard and sprayed the chairs. whenever something spills on the fabric, it wipes right off. it works wonders.