Use a wood burning tool or permanent pen marker to initial and date the basket to preserve the basket's history.

When making curls on a basket use a pencil or dowel or dowel rod to keep the curls the same size.

To remove pencil marks, wet the area and rub your finger over the mark and the mark will disappear.

Use some bleach on a cotton swab to carefully remove dye that has blend onto natural reed.

If clamps or ties leave marks or indentations on the rim, wet a sponge and dab the marks. Wet reed will swell and should raise or minimize the indentions.

Reed and other wood based baskets need a little care for extend life. Clean your baskets with an occasional lukewarm soft shower rinse or set them out in a gentle rain. Baskets can be set outdoors to dry. But keep them out of direct sunlight. When thoroughly dry, spray with Scott's Liquid Gold® Wood Cleaner & Preservative. Note: This method is effective for natural (no dye color) baskets. Baskets with dyed color can be dusted and then sprayed with Scott's Liquid Gold®.