Best way to clean stained wood panelling

[Romana Lungbarrow]

hi

I recently had solid wood paneling fitted around the base of my bath. The builders stained the wood to make it water proof but I've noticed it tends to collect dust. I can't use a yellow duster on it because the wood just collects extra fluff from the duster and I dare not use any chemical cleaners on it.

Anyone know a good way to clean the paneling?

 

[Burnerman]

Staining timber tends to lift the grain of the wood, and the answer is to let the stain dry, sand it down and then apply another coat. This may take a few attempts before the finish is completely smooth.
John

 

[Romana Lungbarrow]

Thanks John, they did sand it down once and restrain but I'm prepared to do this again.

Sorry I'm a bit of a DIY newbie but can I just sand this down by hand using a coarse sand paper?

 

[Burnerman]

Sure you can....as it's been sanded before, go for a 120 or 140 grit paper - whatever comes to hand.
John

 

[foxhole]

Use cotton cloth and furniture polish.

 

[Doggit]

I'd use a fine sandpaper (240 grtit) and see if that cures it, then restain if necessary. Did they put any coatings on after the stain though, as a stain won't normally waterproof the wood.