Removing Ink Stains From Antique Furniture
Written by lionmom on September 6, 2008 – 3:03 pm -There are several methods of removing ink stains from antique furniture. Ink stains are usually fairly shallow in the wood. The first method is the less invasive and involves using a very small bit of metal polish on a cloth to gently rub out the stain. Working slowly and gently, you may be able to rub out the stain without removing the varnish. Once this is done, you can apply some furniture polish to the spot you have just worked on. If the first method fails, you can try applying some rubbing alcohol to the area to gently remove the stain. Use as little alcohol as possible, since it can dissolve the finish. The third method is the most invasive. If the first two methods fail, you can then try to strip the finish by sanding. ... more
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