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What should I use to clean an old chess set that has dust in its cracks?

I'm trying to restore an old chess set that I recently got, but I cant seem to get into the cracks of the board where the dust has collected over the years. Are there any recommendations as to how I would do this with out damaging the board?

You can buy a product called "canned air" or "pressurized air" or something like that. It comes in a can like an aerosol can, and you should be able to get it at a computer store. It works wonders for a job like that.

What is the board made of? That would determine how you proceed from there. In the areas of the board you can wipe, use a soft damp cloth if a little water will not hurt the board. Other options for cleaning might be to use a little vinegar, again depending on what the board is made of. Do a search for "how to clean old ???" (whatever the board is made of) and you will probably find suggestions.

Best of luck with it.

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