Use a soft, lint-free cloth to go over all of your furniture before you wipe it down. This will lift any dust and other small particles that might otherwise get ingrained into your furniture when washing. Feather dusters aren't as effective for furniture because a feather duster won't lift any particles. Some feather dusters also have sharp quills which could scratch your furniture. Unless you know for sure what kind of finish your furniture is, paint, stain, or another treatment, it's best to start with the least harmful cleaning products on a small area. Grab a cotton ball or soft cloth. Moisten your cotton ball or cloth with warm water and add a drop of dish soap or dishwashing detergent. Start wiping an inconspicuous area of your wooden furniture like the inside of a leg. Right now, you want to test to see if the detergent is going to be harmful to your wood furniture. Let the treated area sit for a minute or so and look for any discoloration. If you don't notice any unwanted change, your solution is safe. If you do notice a change, then continue with only warm water and a damp cloth. If you didn't notice a change when you tested your furniture. You can mix water and dish soap in a bucket. Mix 1 gallon (3.8L) of warm water and 1/2 cup of liquid dish detergent. You want to add enough soap so your water is soapy. Start wiping down your furniture with a damp cloth that you dipped in your solution. Be careful not to soak the wood. Keep your cloth or sponge damp but not soaking wet. Too much water will ruin the wood. You can also use mineral oil to clean your wood in addition to or as a substitution to detergent. After you've thoroughly wiped down your wood, protect it by applying a wax or finish. You can find a variety of wood-specific sprays and polishes at any home goods store or grocery store. Look for sprays that contain silicone oil for protection. For waxing, use only a soft cotton cloth or wax brush. Apply the wax a little at a time and rub it into the wood in a circular motion. Once the wax begins to look dry or hazed over, grab a new cotton cloth or wax brush and buff the wax going in small circles over the waxed area. Different waxes will require you to wait different amounts of time before buffing. Read the directions on your wax for best results. Test a rub-on oil, spray, or wax on a small area of wood to ensure it does not cause damage to the wood's finish.
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One-sentence summary -- Dust your furniture. Start on a small surface. Mix water and dish soap. Wax or polish your wood.

Article: Assigning is very similar to subleasing, but subleasing is only temporary and usually for a short period of time. With subleases, the original tenant is intended to return to the residence. When you assign your lease, you permanently sign over your residence to another tenant. Landlords may prefer a lease assignment over a sublet. Advertise your listing and come up with a handful of names for your landlord. This way, your landlord can choose the best candidate to live on his or her property. Both you and the assignee are responsible for the terms and conditions of the lease. You can request your landlord to release you from these responsibilities in writing. Make sure that you, the new tenant, and your landlord all sign a document stating that the new tenant is now responsible for paying rent, and that you are released from any obligation under the lease. If you do not sign an agreement with the new tenant, they could leave the residence and you would still be obligated to pay the rent that was left unpaid, as well as cover any damages. If your landlord knowingly accepts rent from the assignee, s/he is generally required to honor a lease assignment even if s/he did not give permission for it. If your landlord will not allow a new tenant to completely wipe out your obligation to pay if the new tenant does not pay, make sure that you sign a separate agreement with the new tenant. Although you would still be responsible to your landlord for any unpaid rent, you could sue the new tenant for the unpaid rent. You may be surprised that your landlord is willing to work with you and help you. Before burning bridges, it's best to try an honest, straightforward conversation. Especially if you live in an area with a lot of demand for rentals, your landlord may be willing to just let you off the hook. It never hurts to ask! Explain your situation. For example, if you have gotten a new job or your family is growing, your landlord may be sympathetic to your new situation and agree to let you out of the lease. Offer to pay the next one or two months' rent to help their cash flow. This allows him or her more time to find a renter, or to renovate the residence so they can increase their earnings. Additionally, for a fee (usually one month's rent) many landlords will help you find someone to assign your lease for the rest of the lease term. If you don't know your landlord, that's not a good sign. If requests for information are met with refusal or silence, consider ending your lease based on their lack of responsiveness and clarity. Get any agreement in writing, preferably notarized. Oral agreements are very hard to prove in court, should anything go wrong. Most landlords hesitate to let someone out of a lease because they feel they will lose money while searching for a new tenant. You can lessen their hesitation by helping find a tenant to replace you when you move out. In most states, landlords have an obligation to "mitigate damages" when a lease is broken. This includes a responsibility for them to re-rent a residence if you leave a lease early. For example, if you want to get out of a lease that has five months left on it, your landlord cannot simply let the property sit empty for those five months and then sue you for back rent. S/he must take reasonable steps to re-rent the residence. If your landlord has to rent the residence for a lower price than your rent, you will likely be responsible for paying the difference. If it takes a few weeks for the landlord to find a new tenant, you will likely be required to pay prorated rent for those weeks. If you can find another tenant to rent the residence, your landlord may be happy to let you leave. A buyout clause is a section of your lease that allows you to legally end your lease (usually for a certain amount of money and with adequate notification). Carefully read your lease to see what options you have. If you cannot find your lease, your landlord is required to give you a copy upon request. Other wording for this type of clause includes "early termination" or "early release." Use caution when taking this route.It may end up costing you a lot of money in the end. If your landlord will not work with you reasonably, try finding an attorney who will review the contract for you before you agree to a buyout clause. S/he may be able to find legal issues with the contract or with the residence that will allow legal contract termination. Also keep in mind that landlords who wish to avoid a court case may negotiate with an attorney more seriously than with their tenant.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Assign your lease. Work with your landlord on an agreement. Help your landlord find a new tenant. Remind your landlord that they have a duty to re-rent. Look for a buyout clause. Contact an attorney.