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Petroleum JellySmooth a small amount of petroleum jelly over the scratch and let it soak in overnight. The wood will swell up somewhat and fill in the scratch.
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How do I fix scratches on furniture?
Minor scratches can be fixed easily at home without resorting to completely stripping and refinishing the piece. Antique wood furniture may require a professional to repair; if in doubt, consult a furniture expert before attempting any repair techniques. Scratches in leather furniture are also best left to an expert.
What are the parts of the IKEA repair stick?
The Repair Stick has 3 parts – the paint marker, repair stick and leveler cap. I also used the 3-in-1 Repair Stick to fix a whole lotta scuffs and scratches on my old IKEA expedit that’s currently residing in the playroom. This beloved item didn’t fair well during the move from our old house to the apartment and then to our new house.
How do you fix scratches on Laminate flooring?
The techniques mentioned above for wood furniture, including using a walnut, paste wax, or a wax stick, can also be used to touch up scratches in wood laminate. Thanks! If the wood will be painted after you fill the scratch, you can use wood putty to fill in damaged areas.
How do you use a wax stick to repair scratches?
Wax sticks can be purchased at hardware stores, where they are sold for use in patching deep scratches and gouges in wood furniture. They are often available in multiple shades, so you should try to match the wax stick to the wood’s existing finish. Run the wax stick along the gouge.