"Mayonnaise works well to treat heat stains, or white stains on wood from fluid," says Poepping. Dip a microfiber cloth in a bit of mayonnaise. Dab the mayonnaise onto the stain, continuously wiping the spot clean as you work. For stubborn stains, let the mayonnaise sit for about two hours.
Some DIYers recommend leaving the surface of the wood coated in mayo for several hours or even overnight to let the oils penetrate the material. But I was able to get the job done in just a few minutes.
Mix equal parts white vinegar and olive oil. Dab a soft cloth in the mixture and gently rub it over the stain in the direction of the wood grain. Wipe off excess and buff with a clean cloth.
"Mayonnaise works well to treat heat stains, or white stains on wood from fluid," says Poepping. Dip a microfiber cloth in a bit of mayonnaise. Dab the mayonnaise onto the stain, continuously wiping the spot clean as you work.
Jen Cosco, founder of the cleaning company MomRemedy, says that applying a mixture of toothpaste and baking soda can eliminate a pesky heat stain on wood furniture. Make the paste—Cosco suggests using equal parts white non-gel toothpaste and baking soda. Apply the paste to the stain and let it sit for a few minutes.
If stain remains, lightly mist or pour a cap-full of isopropyl alcohol (or odorless mineral spirits or Goof Off) onto the affected area and leave for 1 minute.
Mayonnaise is surprisingly effective at treating water stains on wood furniture. Its primary ingredients—egg yolks, oil, and vinegar—work together to combat water damage in wood finishes. Fats from egg yolks and oil in mayonnaise penetrate the wood's finish, replacing the moisture trapped in the water stain.
Alternatively, you can mix Murphy® Oil Soap with hot water to remove grime without hurting the wood, and then buff the area to restore its shine. If the floor is still showing a stain, spots or white rings indicate that moisture has penetrated through the surface's protective finish layer.
Vaseline can be a great quick fix if you are trying to remove a light water stain from wood. It's a good solution for wood table tops because they are a high touch surface!
The oil in mayonnaise works to displace the moisture in a water ring and remedy any cloudy residue in the finish of wood furniture. We found this to be one of the most effective cleaning methods for removing water stains.
Brian Bennett is a former senior writer for the home and outdoor section at CNET. Nothing ruins the luster of wood furniture quite like a watermark. Watermarks -- or water stains -- are often caused by cold glasses, spills, or hot dishes places directly on the wood. Luckily, though, they aren't always permanent.
Mix equal parts of vinegar and olive oil in a small bowl and apply it to the water stain using a clean cloth. Let the mixture sit on the stain for a few minutes before wiping it off with a clean cloth. The vinegar helps to lift the stain while the olive oil nourishes and protects the wood.
In a bowl, combine one part toothpaste with two parts baking soda to create a thick paste. Apply some of the mixture to the white heat mark on your wood table and allow it to sit for a minute or two before wiping it from the surface.
Option 1 – Use a Vinegar and Olive Oil Combo
Add a bit of olive oil —just enough to look like an equal amount of both liquids are in the bowl. Let the mixture sit for an hour. Get a soft cloth or rag to apply this mixture onto the scratched area of your furniture. Rub gently until all of the deep scratches are gone.
Mix a solution of equal parts white vinegar and water in a bucket. For stubborn scuff marks, add a small amount of baking soda to the solution. Dip a microfiber cloth into the solution, wring until damp, and scrub the scuff marks. If the marks don't come off easily, let solution sit for 5-10 minutes before scrubbing.
The combination of toothpaste and baking soda also works wonders at removing heat stains from wood. The households simply need to mix white toothpaste with baking soda and rub it all over the stain for some time.
White mold is commonly discovered on wood, particularly on furniture with wood components that is located in damp homes. Mold can be differentiated than dust because it follows wood grain. Every other layer of wood grain is soft and therefore more hygroscopic.
Dip a soft toothbrush into mineral spirits,* shake off the excess, and brush the remainder of the stain in a circular motion. The White Out will fade as it begins to dissolve. Blot it up quickly with a clean, dry soft cloth to avoid spreading.
Oil-based products
While unconventional, petroleum jelly and mayonnaise could be the solution you're looking for. Step 1: To use this method, get enough of your oil-based product to cover the stain. Step 2: Apply the product to the stain and leave it overnight. Step 3: The next day, wipe it up with a clean cloth.
Mix some baking soda with non-gel and non-whitening toothpaste in a clean tray. Rub the mixture on the wet stain using a clean, dry cloth, taking care to apply it to the stain in the same direction as the wood grain. Buff it well until the stain is removed entirely.