How to clean polyurethane tabletop

Polyurethane finish is a durable protective coat that ensures the durability of your table tops and looks aesthetically pleasing to the eyes. These impeccable qualities of this finish are expected to last for a long time.

However, to be able to achieve the maximum durability of polyurethane table tops, it is essential to ensure that they are cleaned as much as is needed as they are often prone to abrasions resulting from scratches or getting stained by chemicals they are exposed to.

Here’s how to clean polyurethane tabletop

Cleaning polyurethane tabletop 

Cleaning Off Stains:

Given the plastic-like nature of polyurethane finish, stains are relatively easy to clean. In most instances, a microfiber sponge or cloth dipped in water and soap will do the job impeccably. However, this is only advisable for light stains that have not penetrated inside the poly.

For deeper seated stains, it is recommended to sand the table top on the site of the stain until it is completely removed, then re-coating the tabletop with another layer of poly. 

Cleaning off Dust:

To remove dust on your tabletop, which easily accumulates in the shortest time possible, it is helpful always to have a microfiber cloth that is dry at hand or something close to it. The microfiber cloth is used to rub off the dust from the surface and edges of the tabletop.

It is important to note that in the absence of a suitable cloth, a stiff nylon bristle brush would suffice when used to brush off the dust lightly.

Removing Grease:

Table tops constantly are stained with grease. To remove these, a microfiber cloth soaked in rubbing alcohol, mineral spirits, or vinegar and water can be used to wipe off the grease build that accumulates with time. This is especially useful for oil-based polyurethane as water-based types are easily cleaned with soap and water. 

How to clean poly table top: summary