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How to Clean a
Cuckoo Clock
By John
Marcus |
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When it comes time to clean your
cuckoo clock, it is essential that you take the proper steps
to ensure any potential damage to the timepiece. Clocks that
are cleaned by improper methods can cause these items to shift,
break, or become damaged so that the clock will fail to keep
the proper time or stop working completely. If you are concerned
about the status of your clock, consider taking it to a professional
clockmaker or a jeweler who specializes in clocks for a cleaning
or repairs so you can be certain your clock will last to cuckoo
again. |
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When it comes time to clean you
cuckoo clock, consider the clock itself is two actual pieces.
The first piece of the clock is the case. Typically made of solid
hardwoods, the case of your clock should be properly maintained
to keep the beauty of the wood. Additionally, most cuckoo clocks
are decorated with heavy carvings or wooden figurines, so you
should take great care in cleaning the more decorative clocks
due to the fragility of these items. Finally, clocks that have
painted details or decorations should be carefully cleaned, since
some cleansing agents can remove or damage the wood’s finish
or the paint itself. Turn to products that will gently remove
and dirt, grime, and build up accumulated over the years of display
or storage. For general cleaning, avoid using furniture polishes
or waxes that can add to your problem. Instead, consider dry
dusting or use products made with natural oils like lemon oil
or orange oil to keep the wood properly nourished to prevent
cracking. |
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The main workings of the clock
are held within the case. These workings are often tiny and intricate,
proving to be easily lost or damaged, so take the cleaning process
with the utmost care. Before you begin the cleaning process,
assemble the necessary cleaning tools. Often, the best tool you
can use to cleaning clocks or any other items with small working
parts is a simple Q-tip and soapy water. Take care not to soak
the clock or any materials with water or any other liquid. Also,
use a gentle touch to swab the piece instead of scrubbing the
items. Although dirt or grime can stop a clock from running,
the workings of a clock do not need to be scrubbed clean in order
to work. Unless you have experience working with clocks, it is
strongly suggested that you leave the heavy cleanings to the
professionals.
A cuckoo clock is a great piece
to add character and beauty to any home. Having a clock in clean
and working condition is essential for any owner of a cuckoo
clock, especially if you are looking to keep the clock as an
heirloom piece for future generations. |
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