Restore Rich Luster to Wood in Seconds

The antique dresser in your guest room has seen better days, and no amount of furniture polish is able to rejuvenate the dull wood. To regain the gleam, try this pro trick: Toss two tea bags in hot water and steep for 10 minutes. Let cool, then dampen a soft cloth with the liquid and use it to wipe down the dresser. The tea's tannic acid, commonly used in commercial products to polish and protect wood furniture, brings out the wood's natural color and shine without the sticky coating that chemical-based cleaners leave behind. Best of all, it's safe for all finished wood.

Source: April 20, 2009 First Magazine