My dilemma has been trying to keep the pinewood surface looking clean and polished. I've yet to find a product that doesn't leave whiteish marks. I might try lemon oil, but fear doing so will only make the situation worse. I like the design, shape, size and metal legs. HELP!    *UPDATE: Thanks to Birch Lane's customer service, I was given the go-ahead to try a small amount of  lemon oil. To apply, I used a lint-free cotton cloth. Magic! Most of the whiteish marks disappeared and, in their place, emerged brown pinewood looking almost like the day it was delivered.