How to Fix Watermarks on Furniture

1. USE A WOOD AMALGAMATOR

For watermarks and rings caused by cups without coasters, use a wood amalgamator.
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2. TEST A SPOT

Test in a small, inconspicuous area first just to be sure it doesn't damage the finish
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3. WET STEEL WOOL

Drench some steel wool in the liquid and squeeze out lightly. You want to use fine woven steel wool. The more 0’s the finer it is.
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4. BUFF WITH STEEL WOOL

Apply light pressure with the grain until the spot disappears.
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5. WIPE CLEAN

Then, finish by wiping it clean with a clean cotton rag.
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6. HELPFUL TIP

Cloths referred to as white ring removers also work to remove marks caused by heat and water and even minor scratches.
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by The Helpful Hardware Folks
You can easily repair watermarks or heat rings that have damaged a wood finish. If you want a quick fix, instead of sanding and refinishing the whole surface, just use these helpful tips. Products: Restore - White Ring Remover 
Published: 3/6/2020
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