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How to restore this wood

  • 02-03-2024 11:15AM
    #1
    MacDanger
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2, Paid Member Posts: 3,733 ✭✭✭


    I have an oak sideboard with some damage to the top of it - anyone able to advise on the best way to restore it?

    IMG_20240302_101149.jpg




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  • #2
    10-10-20
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2, Paid Member Posts: 9,388 ✭✭✭10-10-20


    That should come up fine with a bit of effort.

    Sand it back with medium (120 grit), then fine (180), and then super-fine (>200) sandpaper. If the water-marks don't come out then keep at it with medium grit. Don't over-sand in one spot, nice even sanding all over.

    Vacuum it and then clean it off twice with a rag and white-spirits to remove any oils.

    Get a "worktop oil", OSMO TopOil if you're feeling flush with it, and apply three light layers over 24hrs.

    It will be back to being golden after that.

    https://www.screwfix.ie/p/bosch-sanding-sponges-97mm-x-69mm-assorted-grit-3-piece-set/287tr



  • #3
    magicbastarder
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    Looks like the finish is completely gone for a lot of the surface? You'd need to remove the remainder via stripping and/or sanding, and re-coat.

    I assume the top of the sideboard is not removable?



  • #4
    magicbastarder
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    worth mentioning that i restored an oak kitchen table top which had water stains which weren't sanding out; i was afraid of sanding any more than absolutely necessary because i knew i was at risk of blowing through the veneer. i got some oxalic acid crystals and that did a good job of removing the stains.



  • #5
    10-10-20
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2, Paid Member Posts: 9,388 ✭✭✭10-10-20


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/121841631#Comment_121841631

    Good point. Many of these are veneers now. Best check!



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