How to Fix Watermarks on Furniture

You can easily repair watermarks or heat rings that have damaged a wood finish. If you want a quick fix, instead of sanding and refinishing the whole surface, just use these helpful tips.
Products: Restore – White Ring Remover

1. USE A WOOD AMALGAMATOR

For watermarks and rings caused by cups without coasters, use a wood amalgamator.

2. TEST A SPOT

Test in a small, inconspicuous area first just to be sure it doesn’t damage the finish

3. WET STEEL WOOL

Drench some steel wool in the liquid and squeeze out lightly. You want to use fine woven steel wool. The more 0’s the finer it is.

4. BUFF WITH STEEL WOOL

Apply light pressure with the grain until the spot disappears.

5. WIPE CLEAN

Then, finish by wiping it clean with a clean cotton rag.

6. HELPFUL TIP

Cloths referred to as white ring removers also work to remove marks caused by heat and water and even minor scratches.