How To Repair Hardwood Floor Scratches
Hardwood floors look beautiful, but over time they can take quite a beating. Dropping items, sliding chairs, and dog claws can all wind up scratching the wood surface. The end result is quite unsightly. Instead of replacing the entire floor, knowing how to repair hardwood scratches can have the floor looking like new in no time at all. 1. Try Filling Them In. If the scratches are minor, then you may be able to fill in the scratches with a filling compound, such as paste wax. Make sure the color matches. You may also be able to remove the appearance of the scratch with something like a furniture pen. If the paste wax is used, be sure to buff out any excess to bring back shine.
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2. Gouges Can Benefit From Paste Wax Too. Although gouges are deeper than scratches, they can still benefit from some paste wax. A crayon or a filler stick on the bottom of the gouge may be necessary to bring the gouge up to the surface of the floor. You may need to sand down the gouge as well since there will typically be a raised lip around it.
3. Fix Deep Gouges With Wood Putty. You can fill a deep hole with wood putty that matches the floor color. Sanding dust from the floor can also be mixed with epoxy to create the same effect. Once the compound dries, sand it down so it is flush with the rest of the floor. Once the repair is flush, use a clean cloth to wipe away any dust. Use a breathing protector to avoid epoxy dust as needed.
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4. When In Doubt, Polish It Out. If you can seem to find the right wood putty or furniture pen, then consider shopping for some shoe polish. Just make sure to wipe away any extra polish away from the floor before it dries to avoid damaging the floor in another way. No matter which repair method is used, a thin coat of hardwood floor's finish will often be necessary to complete the look. If an entire board is damaged, it may be easier to pull the board and replace it. Follow these steps and you'll be able to have that hardwood floor looking like new in no time at all.