Fixing Scratches that Go Through the Surface and Into the Wood
When the scratch is discolored (usually lighter than the surrounding wood), it means that the wood itself was penetrated and needs to be recolored to make it disappear. Below are several home remedies as well as commercial products you can consider.
You Will Need:
¡ì Nut meat (Brazil, almonds, pecans, walnuts)
¡ì Shoe polish/dye
¡ì Markers
¡ì Colored pencils
¡ì Wood stain
¡ì Small paint brush
¡ì Cotton swab
¡ì Furniture paste wax or polish
Steps to Remove the Scratch:
1. 1. Choose the method above that provides the best color match to the existing color of the furniture.
2. 2. Dip a small paint brush or cotton swab into the desired coloring agent. Some commercial products will come with their own applicator.
3. 3. Follow the direction of the scratch and apply the color.
4. 4. Repeat applications until the color matches the rest of the piece.
5. 5. Once the scratch is colored, apply a wax or polish to the surface to restore the finish.
Additional Tips and Advice
¡ì 1. If you are unable to remove the scratch yourself, if may have to be professionally refinished.
¡ì 2. Check your local hardware or paint store for a variety of products designed to fill in scratches and replace color.
YSK HK LIMITED
- Previous£ºHow to Clean Soot from a Mirror 2015/12/11 15:47:28
- Next£ºRemoving Surface Scratches from Shellac or Lacquer Finishes 2015/12/11 15:44:14
