How can I remove water stains from untreated wood?
Fine wool can only be used if you apply lubrication to it first like oil. If you do not apply a lubrication to the steel wool first, it will severely scratch the mantle top. Instead try a less invasive method like this… 1. Spread out 2 tablespoons of mayonnaise on a paper towel 2. Place the paper towel on the water stain.Press lightly. 3. Leave mayonnaise on stain for 15 minutes. 4. Lift paper towel and check stain. If the marks remain, rub more mayo on it and check again later. 5. Stain should be gone. Reapply if necessary. Second method… 1.Make a paste of one” tablespoon ” of baking soda and “one teaspoon” of water. 2. Gently rub the area in a circular motion with a soft cloth until it disappears. ****REMEMBER***** Do not use too much water! Only one TEASPOON! Good Luck!
