How to Get a Stain Out of Wood
With our simple guide, you can easily remove almost any stain from your wooden surfaces - simply follow our tips below.
Identify the Stain
An ink stain? Paint? A food or beverage spill? Different types of stains require different removal techniques, so you'll want to know the source before proceeding. Different stains may require different cleaning solutions, and you don't want to risk discolouration or damaging your wood.
Our stain remover set, which we'll be providing more detail on later within the guide, contains multiple different stain removers that are great for almost any type of stain.
Prepare the Wood Surface
Before you start the process of removing any stains, make sure the wood surface is properly prepped for cleaning. Remove any dirt or dust on the wood with a vacuum cleaner, and then clean the already treated wood with All Natural Wood Cleaner. All Natural Wood Cleaner is a safe and durable cleaner for all oiled surfaces that is easy to apply. The product is a probiotic cleaner and has a lasting self-cleaning after-effect, which guarantees that your wood is less susceptible to stains and makes future cleaning much easier.
Remove the Stain
Once the surface is properly prepped and cleaned, it's time to remove the stain. The best products to use for this are our range of stain removers. We'll run through them here:
- Grease remover: This is ideal for removing grease, fat, olive oil, frying oil, crisps, oil, heel marks, and floor polish stains from wood. Simply spread a small amount of the remover onto the stained area with a soft cloth and wipe it away.
- Tannin remover: This is great for removing fertilisers, radiator water, white rings and wine stains. Just apply a small amount of the remover onto the stain and scrub it with a soft brush.
- Limespot remover: Ideal for removing urine, rust stains, and rings/stains from cans and flowers. Apply the remover to a soft cloth and rub it onto the stained area - make sure you avoid over-scrubbing as this can damage the wood surface.
Maintain the Wood
Finally, it's important to maintain your wooden surface in order to protect it. This can be done by using Universal Maintenance Oil 2 Mix every 12-18 months to revitalise the wood and bring out its original colour. Remember - regular maintenance is key for keeping your surfaces looking their best. This is a maintenance oil for refreshing and further protecting wood treated with Oil Plus 2C. Universal Maintenance Oil 2 Mix makes the wood more resistant to liquids, helping to prevent future stain damage.
In Summary
The key to successfully removing and preventing stains on your wood is proper maintenance. Prepping the wood surface, using the right products for stain removal, applying a high-quality oil finish, and regular maintenance with Universal Maintenance Oil 2 Mix will keep your wood looking its best. We hope this guide has been helpful in providing you with advice on how to effectively remove stains from your wooden surfaces.
