These spots showed up after a dinner party. I'm not sure if there was moisture involved, but they have the shape of bowls that were set down. The table is an antique oak thing, and has a darkish stain that is old and looks great except for the spots. The spots seem to come out with a little rubbing, but I am not sure if the finish is damaged. Is there a safe product or simple process for removing these stains without hurting the stain? As a hint, I think that the lady who owned this table used a lot of murphy soap, and we theorize that she improperly caked on too much of it...not sure that fact matters. Thanks for your tips.
2006-08-16 16:23:18 · 9 answers · asked by Andy 3 in Home & Garden ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
What youve got is a moisture build up inside your finish.... before you go sanding and all the other suggestions put here .... try this simple trick....
Using a hair dryer, on the low heat setting, apply a gentle amount of heat to the blemishes, by wafting the dryer back and forth... do not let the surface get too hot, or it will soften the finish. Most of the time, this little trick will remove those 'moisture spots' within just a few minutes. Ive used this method of repair on a number of wood types with different finishes, with no problems at all, and it is VERY easy to do.
Good Luck!
2006-08-17 00:10:17 · answer #1 · answered by thewrangler_sw 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
As crazy as this sounds, it usually works. Rub in a thick layer of mayonnaise into the blemish. leave it for a day or two and wipe it off. I know this works for white rings left by drinking glasses. However, you said the pot was hot. If it actually burnt or melted the varnish you will have to strip and reapply varnish over the entire surface to make it look uniform.
2016-03-16 23:09:30 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If there is no varnish on the table, use "fine' sandpaper and do the whole table top, If there is varnish on the top, the spots may have come from water, sand down the top, reapply a coat of varnish.
2006-08-16 18:39:12 · answer #3 · answered by arrow_head72002 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i have the same problem and i was told it was something hot put on the table with nothing under it and the best way to get rid of it is to sand the wax and finish off then reaply new finish and wax good luck hope this helps
2006-08-16 17:54:40 · answer #4 · answered by christy b 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I was told years ago to use cigarette ashes and rub gently then get a good
paste wax and give the whole table a good waxing and buffing.
2006-08-17 12:21:59 · answer #5 · answered by lennie 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can try markers that match the color...And, also there are products made for coloring in the a wood surface...They also make stuff like that for your car.....
Hope this helps. ;)
2006-08-16 16:30:44 · answer #6 · answered by Jas B 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you should remove murphys 1st. then apply linseed oil lightly with soft rag.
2006-08-16 16:33:43 · answer #7 · answered by jay jay 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I beleive it to be moisture
buy a himidifirer
2006-08-16 16:31:41 · answer #8 · answered by Paul G 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Fine steel wool. (dry)
and a rag. (dry)
Rub back and fourth, with the grain and wipe away the dust with dry rag.
2006-08-16 16:48:57 · answer #9 · answered by Mr. KnowItAll 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋