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How to Repair Damaged Wood

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Do you know the secret to repairing dented wood? Eric shows you how to turn damaged pieces into wood that looks like new.

Step 1: Make a Dent
Do you know the secret to repairing dented wood? First, strip the surface with sandpaper and stripper.

Step 2: Ironed Out
Then place a wet rag over the dent, and put the tip of a hot iron into the divot, until it rises to the surface.

Step 3: Good As New
Apply a coat of stain or paint—and your table will look like new.

Items You'll Need for this GMC Trade Secret

  • sandpaper
  • paint stripper
  • iron
  • wood stain or paint

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sr1moments

In the process of moving my coffee table lost some of its' stain. How to repair?

April 14 2012 at 9:31 PM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
SMBeran

Now THAT is an amazing tip. But I would rather just turn the table over to my teenager and tell him to take out all his frustrations out on it. Then, I would have a brand new stressed wood table!

July 10 2011 at 10:24 AM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply

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