Removing Desk Marks and Stains White Water Rings & Burns To remove desk marks, especially white water stains and burns, you can create a paste by mixing equal parts of baking soda and coconut oil. The key here is the very light abrasive nature of Baking Soda will merely scratch away the stain and allow the Coconut Oil to get in and reverse back the finish on yourfinish wood.baking soda (ad)
Understanding the Ingredients
Sodium Bicarbonate– Simply put, it is a non-toxic abrasive that buff and scrubs away stains from the top surface without harming the finish underneath. It also serves as an odor neutralizer and is commonly found in many cleaning products.
Coconut Oil: Does not only help hydrate the wood, but it also is known for its antibacterial properties. With its ability to penetrate the fibers of the wood, it has good potential for replacing moisture that was lost by staining.
Step-by-Step Guide
In a small bowl mix together equal parts of baking soda and coconut oil to make the paste.
Mixing: Fold the two ingredients together until well combined and thick.
How to Apply: Unstained stained areas only; apply the paste directly to the area using a soft cloth. Gently rub in circular motion to prevent more damage.
Drying Process: Let the paste set on the stain for 10-15 minutes so that it can absorb into the wood.
Removing: After sitting, take a clean, damp cloth and remove the paste.
Final Polish: Buff the area clean with a dry cloth.
Additional Tips
If your carpet has very deep seated stains, you may need to do it more than just once
Be sure to test it on a small, hidden part of the desk to make sure that it doesn’t ruin your desk’s finish.
Keep this in mind and use it regularly to avoid future stains during your furniture maintenance.
After all, this method not only helps undo immediate stains but unwittingly trains you to take better care of Swaleh’s furniture in more ways than one.
