470 STANDARD RECEIPTS. 



To Soften Varnisli. Apply ammonia freely, using a sponge fast- 

 ened to a handle, and as soon as the varnish softens it may be scraped 

 away with a knife or a piece of glass. An application of strong spirits 

 of camphor will remove almost any varnish or polish from furniture, 

 but care must be taken to allow plenty of time for the spirits of camphor 

 to evaporate before repolishing or varnishing, as the camphor will in- 

 jure the new coat. 



Resin Polish. The base of this polish is resin, and after the 

 liquids are evaporated there is left a thin covering of very fine resin, 

 which is very hard and glossy. 



2 ounces Resin, 4 ounces Ether, 



12 ounces Alcohol, 2 ounces Balsam Fir, 



8 ounces Boiled Linseed Oil. 



Keep this polish well protected from the air, as it will soon evaporate 

 and leave only oil and resin behind. 



Simple Polish. A simple and reliable polish that is used to re- 

 move finger marks. 



1 pint Olive Oil, 



2 pints Vinegar. 



Shake well before using and apply with a woolen cloth, after which 

 rub vigorously with a dry cloth of the same material, or use a chamois 

 instead. 



Common Furniture Polish. Where the varnish of furniture 



has become old and much tarnished use this polish. 



4 ounces Shellac, 1 pint Spirits Turpentine, 



2 pints Alcohol, 4 ounces Ether, 



3 pints Linseed Oil, 4 ounces Ammonia. 



Mix thoroughly the shellac and alcohol, and then add the other in- 

 gredients. Shake well when using and apply with a sponge. 



Oil Polish. When there are cracks in the varnish, this polish will 

 fill them and make the surface appear new. 



2 pints Linseed Oil, 2 ounces Butter of Ammonia, 



J pint Alcohol. ^ pint Spirits Turpentine, 



^ pint Vinegar. 



Shake well before using and apply with a woolen rutaber, that is a 

 woolen cloth over a smooth piece of hard wood. 



Finishing Polish. Take one-half pint spirits of wine, two drams 

 shellac and two drams gum benzoin. Put these ingredients into a bottle 



