How To Remove Dark Scratch Coat From Light Floor

To remove scratches from polyurethane coating moisten a scouring pad with mineral spirits.

How to remove dark scratch coat from light floor.

If you re in a rush you can lick your finger and rub out the most minor surface scratches. Vacuum your floor thoroughly then apply baking soda moistened with several drops of olive oil to marred areas. A combo of baking soda and olive oil can help reduce and remove scratches from wood. Make sure there is no dirt or debris in the scratch as well step 2 do a spot test.

Use a soft rag dampened with water to gently clean the surface of the hardwood floor from any excess dirt and debris. Use a colored wood putty that matches your floor. If it is a good match then you can use it on your scratch. Once the scratch has been buffed away use the wire wool to gently blend the area around the scratch.

Stain markers come in many colors and can be found in home department. Step 1 wipe the scratched area. Before applying the wood stain to the scratch test the marker on an inconspicuous area of the wood to see how well it matches. Sand only enough to remove excess filler not enough to scratch the laminate.

Allow it to dry and wipe off. Refinish parts of the floor. Sand smooth with 150 grit sandpaper after letting the putty harden. Rub the scratch with a piece of wire wool moving in the same direction as the grain.

If you re not into the spit shine approach you can clean the area with a dry cloth then rub a fine.