How do you clean up a cigar box?

sarastro · May 28, 2020

I plan on using this cigar box for a ukulele. It's an old "boite nature" box probably redwood or red cedar. It is also very dirty. I don't mind imperfections but I would like to clean it up a bit to enhance the look of the wood. Can anyone suggest a good way to do this?
Thanks

Tukanu · May 28, 2020

I have used a product called GooGone. Test it in a small area first to see if it is doing what you want. A good place to test it is the area that will be hidden when the neck is installed.
You could also use a mild solution of dish soap and water. Be careful not to saturate the wood too much.

printer2 · May 28, 2020

A plastic bristle brush, old tooth brush, soap and water. You want to see character afterwards?

sarastro · May 29, 2020

Character is great, dirt not so much.
I give it a go with a soft toothbrush.

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