Try to make sure you use the same kind of stain that was originally on there (water or oil-based). If it isn't a huge spot, I would take a cotton cloth, and lightly dab on and wipe. It is easier to build up the colour gradually, than to try and remove the excess.
Big job! The very best thing, of course, is to have the whole floor professionally re-done - or rent equipment and do it yourself. Then everything will match and you’ll have a strong new coat of polyethylene to protect it which can be renewed when it shows signs of wear.
BUT! Not inexpensive!
You need to get creative. If you know what the original stain was or have leftover stain or even a stick that was used to stir the stain you can get the same color. Sand the spot gently, clean and apply the stain in thin coats, wait for it to dry, look at the color, add more if necessary. Your existing stain will be darker in the corners and under rugs. You may have to experiment with color, adding tints to adjust the stain.
Make sure you test on the same kind of wood as your floor! Worn areas may soak up stain better than your new wood test piece. You will be making tiny changes over and over again until you are satisfied. Work with small amounts of stain until you have some idea of the proportions needed. A tiny bit of dark tint will color a lot of clear stain.
The stain will need to be applied in thinner coats around the edges and ”feathered” out gradually. When you’re satisfied, varnish and protect it and as the varnish wears replace it so you don’t have to stain again.
We had an incident with a candle and it caused some burn marks in my floors... does anyone have any ideas on how to repair the burn marks? Please help!!
Try to make sure you use the same kind of stain that was originally on there (water or oil-based). If it isn't a huge spot, I would take a cotton cloth, and lightly dab on and wipe. It is easier to build up the colour gradually, than to try and remove the excess.
Maybe these links can help.
http://www.nola.com/homegarden/index.ssf/2014/08/have_a_worn_spot_on_your_hardw.html
https://www.bobvila.com/articles/common-wood-floor-repairs-how-to/
If the entire surface needs restraining, Here is some solid, professional advice: https://www.lowes.com/projects/build-and-remodel/refinish-a-hardwood-floor/project
Big job! The very best thing, of course, is to have the whole floor professionally re-done - or rent equipment and do it yourself. Then everything will match and you’ll have a strong new coat of polyethylene to protect it which can be renewed when it shows signs of wear.
BUT! Not inexpensive!
You need to get creative. If you know what the original stain was or have leftover stain or even a stick that was used to stir the stain you can get the same color. Sand the spot gently, clean and apply the stain in thin coats, wait for it to dry, look at the color, add more if necessary. Your existing stain will be darker in the corners and under rugs. You may have to experiment with color, adding tints to adjust the stain.
Make sure you test on the same kind of wood as your floor! Worn areas may soak up stain better than your new wood test piece. You will be making tiny changes over and over again until you are satisfied. Work with small amounts of stain until you have some idea of the proportions needed. A tiny bit of dark tint will color a lot of clear stain.
The stain will need to be applied in thinner coats around the edges and ”feathered” out gradually. When you’re satisfied, varnish and protect it and as the varnish wears replace it so you don’t have to stain again.