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How to Repair Holes in Wood
Wood is a beautiful and durable material, but even the best-kept furniture can get damaged over time. If you have holes in your wood, you don’t have to replace the entire piece. With a little time and effort, you can repair the holes in your own home. Here’s how:
Tools and Supplies You’ll Need:
- Wood filler
- Sanding block
- Stain or paint
- Putty knife
- Damp cloth
- Wood glue
- Scissors
- A piece of scrap wood
- Paintbrush
Step One: Clean the area around the hole
Before you begin, you want to make sure the area around the hole is clean and free of dirt, dust or debris. Use a damp cloth to clean the area and let it completely dry.
Step Two: Apply Wood Filler
Using your putty knife, apply enough wood filler over the hole until it’s completely filled. Smooth out the wood filler over the hole and scrape off any excess with a putty knife.
Step Three: Allow Wood Filler to Dry
Let the wood filler dry for at least 12 hours. Check the wood filler after 12 hours to make sure it is completely dry. If not, allow it to dry for another 12 hours.
Step Four: Sand the Filled Area
Use a sanding block to sand the filled area until it is flush with the surrounding wood surface. Scrape off any extra bits of wood filler that were not removed during the initial application.
Step Five: Stain or Paint the Repair
If your furniture piece is stained, use a paintbrush to apply matching stain to the filler. If your furniture is painted, use a small brush to apply matching paint to the filler. Allow the stain or paint to dry completely.
Step Six: Add additional support for large or deep holes
If you have a large or deep hole to repair, you can provide additional support for the wood filler. First, cut a small piece of scrap wood to fit behind the hole. Apply wood glue to the back of the scrap wood and insert it into the hole. Press the scrap wood into place and remove any excess glue. Once the glue is dried, you can now apply the wood filler over the hole.
Conclusion
Repairing holes in wood is easy and doesn’t have to break the bank. By selecting the right tools and following these simple steps, you’ll have your furniture looking like new in no time.