Normal Cleaning

Wipe with a clean damp cloth

Stubborn grease and grime

Use diluted vinegar, All purpose surface cleaner

Spills and stains 

Wine

Hot soapy water

Rust

Diluted vinegar or lemon juice

Shoe Polish

Diluted vinegar or lemon juice

Oven Cleaner

Hot soapy water

Tea

All purpose surface cleaner, diluted bleach
(1 part bleach to 3 parts water)

Foodstuffs

All purpose surface cleaner

Fabric Dye

Cold water, wipe dry then use methylated spirits

Felt Pen

Methylated spirits or Acetone

Paint or Glue

Acetone

Heavy wax and grease

Xylene

Hair or leather dye

Methylated spirits

CAUTION

After using any of the above recommended cleaning solutions, always wipe with a clean damp cloth and then a dry cloth.
Never use abrasive cleaners such as wire wool scourer pads, copper cleaning pads or sandpaper.
Caution should also be applied when using bleach and alcohol based cleaners.