Antique Clock Care

All antique clocks should be kept away from direct sunlight and be protected from overheating, they alsoappreciate regular winding times. Longcase clocks should be positioned on a firm surface and levelled. The case can be dusted and occasionally polished with a good quality wax or spray polish to stop the wood drying out..  These clocks are particularly prone to harbour spiders and their webs can stop the mechanism. There are commercial spider repellents but I find cedar wood is very effective if pieces are set on the seat board beside the movement. It is a good idea to get the clock cleaned and overhauled every 5-10 years or if the timekeeping or going become unreliable.
Bracket clocks nd Wall Clocks are very similar, their cases can be dusted and occasionally lightly polished. The main problem with wall clocks is that they may move slightly when you wind them if they are not fixed at the bottom or sides.which can put them out of beat and cause stoppage, if this happens move the clock from side to side until you get a perfectly even beat (tick) and then make a small mark on one side so you can always check it is in the right position after winding.
Mantel Clocks and Carriage Clocks can also be lightly dusted. I find the best way of keeping clocks dust free is with a dust attracting mop.