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Home Care Blog • July 24, 2023

4 Ways to Erase Ugly Scratches From Wood Floors

by Jeannine Wayson

Get your crayons out for the coolest solution of all.

Use Crayons and Sharpie Pens to Hide Small Scratches

Take some artistic license to hide minor scratches in wood floors by rubbing on stain-matching crayons and Sharpie pens. Wax sticks, such as Minwax Stain Markers, are great scratch busters because they include stain and urethane, which protects the floor’s finish.

Use Homemade Polish to Camouflage Scratches

Mix equal parts olive oil and vinegar, which work together to remove dirt, moisturize, and shine wood. Pour a little directly onto the scratch. Let the polish soak in for 24 hours, then wipe off. Repeat until the scratch disappears.

 

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