Stained oak countertops
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I have oak countertops in my kitchen which have been stained with water and scratches. Is there anything l can use to improve the look of them? l have been quoted hundreds just to sand three of them down.
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Unfortunately, sanding it Dow will work wonders. Attach a vacuum to your sander and go for it. I see you are overseas, Waterlox is the brand name for an awesome product here. But you can use a clear, marine type product as well. Just be sure to use all water base products or all oil based products. It's not as hard to do as you would think. Just time consuming. Try one and see how it goes. If you are able to unscrew the countertops, you can do them outside for the messy part.
Hope Williams
on May 14, 2015
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You also need to use a product that is safe for food if you are going to prepare any kind of food on your counters, it shouldn't be to hard to sand and redo them.
Carolyn Faye Blizzard Lanier
on May 14, 2015
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Years ago I also was plagued with scratched and dingy cupboards. I am one to tackle just about anything on my own, so, I bought TSP powder, is stands for TriSodiumPhosophate. I mixed it in water as directed, maybe even a little stronger than it says. Using heavy chemical resistant gloves, I used a green scratchy pad and in the direction of the grain, I washed them down. They turned out looking as if they had been stripped. I then, after letting them dry well, gave them a coat of polyurethane to protect them. You may need 2 coats. Make sure you check the degree of shine, satin finish or gloss. Hope this helps!
Pam Bednar-Huff
on May 14, 2015
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I love wood counters and have picked up some tricks. Have you tried oiling them? It might be all they need. If that doesn't work, you need to sand. I'm kind of obsessed with food safety, so I wouldn't use TSP or poly. In my current house, I wanted a deeper finish, so I added some instant coffee to the butcher block oil and it came out great. I add a coat of oil around the sink and to the most used areas every few months. I do it right before bed so it's thoroughly dried by morning.
Margaret W
on May 14, 2015
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Good luck!
Margaret W
on May 14, 2015
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TSP is fine to use to clean your countertops - its even used as a food additive. I believe its a non flammable substance too. Check the label on the TSP package and just make sure to rinse off any residue. Its a great de-greaser for all kinds of kitchen surfaces.
Maggie Hugie
on May 14, 2015
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