Keeping it Clean

Here at the Portico our decor reflects the original atmosphere of the Library from the 19th century.  With copper side tables, brasses galore, leather backed chairs and wooden dining tables the Library allows its members to study, lunch and relax in style.  But while this style may appear effortless, it is the hard work of our cleaner Pat that maintains the atmosphere.

She has given us some tips on how she keeps the place looking so good. 

For the copper tables a good rub down with lemon and salt initially brings up the shine. She wipes this off and then washes with soapy water.  A day or two later she begins a regular polish with Brasso.  The tables speak for themselves!

For the wooden tables its Lord Sheraton's Caretaker Wood Balsam with pure beeswax (the most important ingredient), pine turpentine and linseed oil which, used once a week protects the wood.
It is these efforts and more that keep the Library looking like new, er, rather, like old... 19th century old, but in grand condition!