How to remove scratches from a parquet

How to remove scratches from a parquet



It is generally believed that properly laidquality parquet can last 2-3 generations of owners. And this is quite true. However, it should be remembered that parquet flooring needs good care. One of the most common injuries parquet is the occurrence of scratches. There are several ways to remove scratches from the parquet floor. How to remove scratches from parquet?





How to remove scratches from a parquet


















You will need




  • - a wax pencil or colored wax;
  • - rubber spatula;
  • - a rag;
  • - Walnut;
  • - repair varnish;
  • - retouching pencil;
  • - sandpaper;
  • - plaster for parquet;
  • - varnish for parquet;
  • Iodine;
  • - A brush.




Instructions





1


Choose a special wax pencil orColor wax matching color with your parquet. Gently melt the wax. For this, you can use the microwave or oven. Apply a softened wax to the scratch. Carefully level the surface and remove excess wax with a rubber spatula. Polish the surface with a soft cloth.





2


Take a young walnut and split it.shell. Carefully remove the core and scratch it. Wood in the treated area will darken. It should be remembered that this method is suitable only for shallow scratches.





3


Use a special repair varnish. Thoroughly clean the surface parquet and apply a varnish, in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations. Allow it to dry.





4


Get a special retouching pencil for parquet. Carefully paint the scratch with it.





5


To remove deep scratches on the parquetflooring is recommended to use a special putty, which coincides in color with your parquet board. Apply the putty with a spatula. Remove excess and wait until it dries completely. Carefully sand the repaired area with sandpaper. Thoroughly remove all dust using a clean soft rag. Cover with a layer of varnish or wax.





6


In order to camouflage small scratches on parquet you can use ordinary iodine. Prepare a weak iodine solution. Apply it to the surface scratches with a brush. This method is recommended mainly for a parquet board made of walnut, oak or mahogany.





7


To remove numerous and deep scratches from the parquet floor, it is recommended to use fine grinding. Sand the damaged area parquet with a surface grinder. Apply a new coat of lacquer.




























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