Black Stains on Wood
#1
A small oak chest I am refinishing had 2 black areas on the top which didn't come out after stripping and moderate sanding. Also have 2 blackened areas on my hardwood floors from cat urine. Any ideas how to remove these stains??
#2
Aimee:
The black marks on the chest sound like typical water stains. You'll need a bleach to get them out. Ordinary household bleach sometimes works, although I usually start out with a wood bleach (available from most home centers and paint stores).
The same procedure will work on your floor.
Be advised you need to bleach the entire surface - not just the black marks, in order to maintain color uniformity.
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George T.
The black marks on the chest sound like typical water stains. You'll need a bleach to get them out. Ordinary household bleach sometimes works, although I usually start out with a wood bleach (available from most home centers and paint stores).
The same procedure will work on your floor.
Be advised you need to bleach the entire surface - not just the black marks, in order to maintain color uniformity.
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George T.