How do I repair water damage to my wood dining table?




While pouring boiling water out of my tea kettle, I spilled some on my wooden dinning room table. Now it is discolored with gray spots. How can I restore the varnish that was on it?

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Place a cloth over the water stain. An iron set to medium and iron over the cloth. Check progress as you iron.
They do sell furniture stain pens that you could try on the table, too. But the stain doesn’t last permanently.
Listen to William. That's the classic way to fix water rings or spots.
What about restoring the shine on some small spots where nail polish remover got spilled?
I like William's suggestion. I clicked the like button on it (helpful button).
use toothpaste and ash rub in. Then polish. Another answers.. Restorafinish.mthis comes in different colors; but is awesome product. Just be sure to let sit on furniture. Then I use microfiber cloth and really polish off well.
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I am sure you will find a great help with all the information listed by others as well!
Mayonnaise can help with water spots. The oil helps displace the water.
Try Mayonnaise Apply a dab with a soft cloth and rub it into the mark in a circular motion. ...