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How to remove water stains from wood

September 24, 2014 By Talya Tate Boerner 5 Comments

Did you know mayonnaise removes water stains? I don’t often (ever) share cleaning tips on my blog, but this mayonnaise tip is one of my favorites. I was reminded of this trick while packing the house for our move to Arkansas. Once tablecloths, runners and “things” were removed from our sideboard, a few pesty water stains remained as a reminder of holiday parties or family dinners. I refused to take those water circles with us.

Mayonnaise is the easiest way I know to remove them.

Check it out.

oh no a water ring!

 

how to remove water spots on wood

 

Mayonnaise is not only for tomato sandwiches.

I typically treat only the spot, but since our antique sideboard was really looking tired and dry, I applied a generous coating all over the top surface. (Plus, I was trying to use up the last of the mayo.)

Remove water spots from wood furniture with mayonnaise!

After letting the Mayo sit for a few minutes, I buffed it off with a soft cloth. (For stubborn, old stains leave Mayo on longer or overnight even.)

Magic!

Mayonnaise to the rescue!

Mayonnaise ingredients include eggs, oil and vinegar (and FYI Hellmann’s eggs are certified cage-free). So really if you think about it, mayonnaise is a natural, homemade polish.

Looks tons better, don’t you think? This antique piece is not perfect, but mayonnaise restores luster while removing water spots and scratches.

What’s your favorite, simplest cleaning tip? With all the unpacking going on this week, I could use it.

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Hi! I'm Talya Tate Boerner. Writer, Reader, Arkansas Master Naturalist / Master Gardener, Author of

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