How do you remove a dark water stain from a "blonde" hard wood floor?
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Would like to know how to restore hardwood floors without sanding? I have a "blonde" hardwood floor that has a dark water stain and I would like to repair it quickly and easily.
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Hard water stains
I don't know how old the stain is and cannot find anyting specifically for 'blondes' but for hardwood floors in general I did find a few links thant might be of help to you and have posted them below. I do hope they are of some help with this dilemma. Good Luck and thanks for using Hometalk for help.
http://www.ehow.com/how_4968149_remove-water-stains-hardwood-floors.html#page=9
http://www.ehow.com/how_5850082_remove-water-spots-wood-floors.html
I've always used wood bleach, after removing the finish, or mixed household bleach and water. I like to do multiple light applications so it doesn't get too light.
I've also read you can soak a cotton cloth in hydrogen peroxide and place it on the stain until it lightens up enough, then use rag to wipe up any excess.
If you get it too light just apply a bit of stain and then spar varnish when dry.
https://www.cleanmama.net/2012/07/how-to-wash-hardwood-floors-with.html
Mayonnaise Apply a dab with a soft cloth and rub it into the mark in a circular motion. ...
Hello, hope this helps you out. Hydrogen peroxide works wonders on lightening dark water stains on wood floors, but you have to start slowly. Always start by dabbing on a small amount to see how the floor reacts, and then build from there with additional applications.
Saturate a cloth with bleach and place it over the stain. Let it sit for a few hours. Repeat if necessary. If the stain remains then the wood is rotted and will need to be removed and replaced.