Hello,

I have an old wooden chess set (circa 1940s). I think its made out of pine
or boxwood.

Its unpainted and the white wooden chess pieces are a bit black from use-
fingermark stains.

I thought of cleaning it up a little. What should I use? Warm soap and
water?

I also though of rubbing beeswax onto the box to give it a bit of shine and
to preserve it. Is that a good idea?

Cheers,

Wylie