tacky finish?

[Dave Lewis]

... on used director chairs bought at a yard sale. My wife used tacky cloth to wipe the dust off and the wood (birch or maple) feels un-naturally sticky.

Any thoughts on how to remedy?

[Mike Henderson]

You may get better answers and more answers if you post in the "Project Finishing" section than in General Woodworking.

Mike

[Scott Holmes]

Use GoJo cream hand cleaner. Not the one with pumice in it. Slather it on and let it set 20 minutes, then clean it off with rags.

You made need to add finish.