White marks or rings on
wooden furniture are caused when cups and glasses with water or coffee are left
on the wood. The water penetrates the finish and causes a white ring on the
wood. This means that the moisture has penetrated the finish and it must either
be gently sanded away without damaging the finish or the water must be
evaporated with heat. When the ring has
turned black it is an indication that the moisture has penetrated the wood and
the only solution then is to strip the finish and refinish. Here are some
suggestions to remove white marks.
Baking powder paste
Mix one tablespoon of baking powder with a
teaspoon of water to form a paste. Rub the paste in circular motions over the
stain until it disappears. Now clean with a clean damp cloth and then polish
with a good furniture polish or antique wax.
Toothpaste
Toothpaste also has a gentle abrisive action.
To remove marks gently rub the spot with some toothpast. Wipe off with a clean
damp cloth and apply furniture polish.e You leave coasters around. But some
people just won’t use them. For a stronger cleaning power mix the toothpaste
with baking powder and repeat the process as described.
Hot iron
Take a iron and set it on low. The iron must
not be too hot and you must be able to touch it with your hand. Take a cotton cloth
and put it on the mark and gently press the iron on the cloth for a few
seconds. Repeat the process until the mark dissapears. Apply furniture polish
or antique wax.
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