How to remove grease from a wooden table without damaging it

Stains are a headache for cleanliness lovers. There are different types, and some can be removed with just a damp cloth, while others require immediate action to erase the irreparable damage. In this group are the stains produced by oil on the dining table or kitchen wooden furniture. Here are a series of home remedies that will allow you to remove grease stains in just a few minutes.

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When preparing food or while enjoying lunchtime, it is inevitable that splashes occur, and if not acted upon quickly, the problem can worsen because wood is porous and quickly absorbs oil. Pay attention to these natural ingredients that you can apply.

Home remedies to remove grease from wood

1. Baking soda

• Mix a little vegetable oil with double the amount of baking soda in a container to form a paste.
• Apply this mixture to the wood surface.
• Using a toothbrush, scrub the wood surface to remove all the grease, as explained by 'Easy Cooking'.
• Clean the surface with a damp cloth. Repeat if the stain is not completely gone.

2. White vinegar

• Dampen a clean cloth with pure white vinegar. Wipe it on the greasy wood surfaces, both on the dining table and kitchen shelves.
• Rinse the cloth with hot water and wipe the area again until it is grease-free.
• Once finished, you can also sprinkle a little baking soda on the wood and rub gently with a soft sponge until the grease residue fades away. Then wipe with a damp cloth.

3. Detergent

• Blot the stain with paper towel.
• Mix a little warm water with mild detergent in a container. Create foam with your hands.
• Apply some foam to the stained area and scrub with a clean cloth. If the stain is deep, use a soft brush.
• Rinse the wood with a little clean water or use a damp cloth. This will remove any traces of oil and foam.
• To dry the wood, pat it gently with a clean cloth or towel.

Home remedy for cigarette burns on wood

1. Hydrogen peroxide

• To apply this homemade remedy, soak a gauze pad with hydrogen peroxide and rub it on the burn.
• Use a nail file to gently file away the burn.
• Then apply wax (as close in color as possible) with circular motions.
• This will help conceal the burn.