[C320-list] Maintaining C-320 Interior Finishes

[Jon Vez]

Karl,

I USED to use the same products you did until I redid some of my trim work.
The Target coatings are water based and they advise not to use Murphy's or
furniture polishes. My Catalina manual actually suggests using a diluted
solution of window cleaner (like Windex). We have just been using a solution
of warm water with a little bit of vinegar mixed in. We use a damp, not wet
amount and dry it off immediately after...

Regards,

Jon Vez
Solstice #582

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Subject: Re: [C320-list] Maintaining C-320 Interior Finishes

Dennis,

I couldn't find anything on the Target Coatings website addressing wood  
finish cleaning, but I'm sure we'll see lots of great ideas and  
experiences here.

Typically, I'm told, a urethane finish in good condition may be cleaned  
with a pH neutral soap in warm water. Try not to use too much solution  
(ie. keep it on the surface of the finish, not down the cracks) and don't  
leave it wet for an extended period of time.
I have also had good results with Murphy's Oil Soap in water.
I've also seen a grease-cutting dish soap in warm water recommended.
Also, Minwax also sells a hardwood floor cleaner (premix) that might be  
useful.

For the non-sole woodwork I have finished up with a treatment of Lemon Oil  
(for furniture). It seems to add richness to the woodwork and does not  
appear to damage the urethane finish (which had 6 years to crosslink  
before I treated it!!!).

Let's hear what's worked for others.

-- 
Karl Mielenhausen
Catalina 320 Hull 690
New Bern, NC