However, there are other factors at play here. When you let dust build up on your accent wall — or any wood — it can scratch the surface. Additionally, the tools you use will matter.

Wood furniture is beautiful in any room, but only if you clean and dust it regularly. Here's how to clean and deep-clean wood furniture.

DUSTING WOOD FLOORS? Dear Readers: When dusting wood floors, spritz the mop with a bit of spray wax right before you dust. This helps shine the wood floors without mess -- and in just a few minutes.