How to Fix Hardwood Floor Scratches using Mayonnaise

How to Fix Hardwood Floor Scratches using Mayonnaise
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Published: Mar 19, 2009
Updated: Nov 20, 2021
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There are many available fixes for hardwood floor scratches, but perhaps the one that is available to virtually anyone is using mayonnaise to make them disappear.

Things You Will Need

  • Soft cloth
  • Mayonnaise
  1. Clean the damaged surface so that you remove all dust and dirt from the area. Use a damp cloth to remove dirt and dust from the surface to be fixed.

  2. Dab a generous amount of mayonnaise onto the scratch with a soft cloth. Use enough mayo so that it completely fills the scratch. You should not be able to see the scratches with the white mayonnaise covering them.

  3. Wait approximately 3 to 4 minutes. Wipe away the mayo with a napkin or towel. The mayonnaise will leave a greasy film in the crack. This film will generally take on the color of the surrounding hardwood floor material, thus hiding the scratch. .

The Drip Cap

  • Scratches on hardwood floors are relatively common.
  • Once the finish has been penetrated, the lighter color of the wood beneath will show up and become very noticeable.
  • You should not be able to see the scratches with the white mayonnaise covering them.

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