When cleaning flood soaked items, wear rubber gloves and eye protection. Solid Wood Pieces Do not try to force open swollen drawers or doors. If possible take off the back and remove as many drawers and other parts as you can to increase air circulation. Outdoors, wash off mud with water as soon as possible to remove any debris and mold or mildew. Dab dry or dry with a soft cloth.
Air dry all items slowly inside to minimize cracking and splitting.
Forced drying using heaters may cause uneven drying resulting in warping or cracking of wood. If the doors or drawers are swollen, do not try to remove until they are dry. For best results, dry the furniture under a cover such as plastic while providing good air circulation. Swelling, warping, splitting, cracking, or discoloration of surface coatings may result. Keep humidity levels as low as possible and air circulating to prevent mold from forming.