How to Get Rid of Blotches on Wood Stain

Light Blotches

• 1

  Pour 2 tbsp. baking soda into the bowl. Add 2 tbsp. of toothpaste to the baking soda. Mix thoroughly.

• 2

  Dampen the clean cloth. Dip cloth into toothpaste mixture. Apply the paste to the stain in a circular motion.

• 3

  Clean away with a clean dry cloth. Do not use water to rinse. Several applications may be needed to completely remove the stain. Polish the wood as you normally would.

Dark Blotches

• 4

  Rub steel wool gently over the stain. Stroke in the same direction as the wood grain. Wipe dust away with clean dry cloth.

• 5

  Pour 1 cup of cornstarch into the bowl. Add 1 cup of talcum powder to the cornstarch. Mix thoroughly.

• 6

  Apply the cornstarch mixture to the stain. Pour on liberally. The mixture will absorb any oils causing the stain. Allow to sit for several hours. For more difficult stains, let it sit overnight.

• 7

  Remove the cornstarch mixture and wipe with a clean cloth. Reapply the same stain used for the rest of the piece. Seal and polish as usual.