We have an old wood table that has been used and abused for years. Bringing it out over the holidays for card playing, I commented how badly damaged it was and wished I knew how to remove the hideous white heat stains that marred the top. While talking I’m quickly covering the surfac...
Thank you so much for the advice on removing white heat marks from wood. We used my Mom's dining room table for Easter Dinner and when I removed the tablecloth discovered a hot dish had made white marks. I used the linen table napkin with an iron and the marks are gone! I'm sure ...
A wet drinking glass can make an ugly white or dark ring on your furniture. Here’s how to fix the damage. by Bob Flexner Watermarks occur on furniture with finishes that have aged. These marks, also called water rings when they’re round in shape, rarely occur in newly applied film-bu...
There are several different ways to remove water marks from wood, and the approach that works best often depends on the extent of the damage. Surface marks can often be removed by applying dry heat to the area or rubbing the stain gently with mayonnaise or toothpaste. Deeper staining may ...
How to remove permanent marker from wood If your wooden furniture or floors have had a permanent marker mishap, the first thing you need to check is whether the wood is finished or unfinished. In other words, consider if it has a paint, stain or varnish on it to seal the wood....
Tips on removing marks from laminate flooring White marks on laminate flooring Laminate is loved for its durability and wide variety of designs, styles, colors and textures. Although it is reasonably resilient, it still can get scuffed and stained by heavy furniture or the pitter patter of tiny...
White toothpaste Furniture polish Using an Iron to Remove Water Stains From Wood Photo: Bobvila.com As with most stains, it helps to act quickly. If the water stain has been there for only a few days, use the heat from this method to evaporate all traces of moisture. Follow the steps ...
This easy to make homemade furniture polish works great for removing water marks and scuff marks. Oil and vinegar are not just for making salad dressing, you can make a great homemade furniture polish and cleaner. It’s a great natural alternative to those commercial wood polishes, that are...
For painted wood furniture, the best care is probably the least since some polishes and waxes can damage the color and decoration. Vacuum the furniture regularly with a brush attachment; wipe occasionally with a sponge to remove smudges and finger marks. ...
How to remove permanent marker from wood If a little permanent marker stain has wound up on your wood furniture or floorboards, your best options are rubbing alcohol, regular toothpaste, or even peanut butter! Blot your treatment of choice directly onto the stain, then let it sit for a few...