Re: Wood furniture care/ cleaning (i ?!$&!? Up)
Hi Michael,
You have to take repairs like this in steps, because you can always escalate to the next level but you cannot go back. Most likely that furniture has a lacquer finish on it, Urine has enzymes in it which can attack the finish, resulting in loss of sheen, etc. Since you have it cleaned, make sure its 100 % dry, then try this next:
Get a piece of # 0000 Steel Wool and rub the surface back and forth as if polishing it. Be sure to stay with the grain and avoid 90 degree edges on the wood so you don't burn through the edge. This will cut and polish the top surface and may bring it back to a 90% level of sheen as the surrounding area. If you're happy with this, then you're done. Apply a little wax on top and go....
If the steel wool works somewhat, but still is dull and lifeless in the spot, then you need a can of clear spray lacquer, either satin, semi-gloss, or gloss (you pick). Spray the area lightly in a flowing sweep and let dry. Two coats will suffice. Use the steel wool to knock it down a bit (allow an hour to dry) and adjust sheen with the steel wool.
Good luck!
Duane Collie
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