# How to Fix Nicks in a Cherry Wood Table
Favored for their sleek texture and reddish-brown hues, cherry wood tables complement any interior space. Although cherry wood’s aesthetics enhance with age, the wood is still susceptible to blemishes from common mishaps. Sharp objects, for example, may cause nicks in cherry wood table surfaces. Although nicks are just small gouges, they may detract from a cherry wood table’s smooth appearance and lower its value. Fortunately, basic touch-ups generally fix nicks and restore their beauty.
Things You'll Need
- 2 rags
- Towel
- Pre-colored putty stick
Instructions
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Moisten a rag with water. Wipe the nicked area of the cherry wood table to eradicate grime.
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Dry the nicked wood with a towel. Remove all moisture from the nick before repairing it. Allow the area to air dry for 15 to 20 minutes to ensure all moisture dissipates.
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Select a pre-colored putty stick that matches the cherry wood. Gently rub the reddish-brown putty over the nicked portion of the table using back and forth motions.
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Continue rubbing the putty stick over the gouged cherry wood until the nick is completely filled with putty.
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Wipe excess putty material off the cherry wood surface using another rag. Remove the excess putty before it dries.
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