The Craftsman: Table Leaf with Plasticizer Damage - Blogger
Usually the only way to fix plasticizer damage is to completely strip and refinish the table. But before we took that step we tried a less extensive procedure, just in case. In this situation it was enough. We began by removing the top layers of the table's finish where the damage was.
repair advice needed about wood table damaged by plastic cover
There is no saving the damaged finish, it must be removed. What repair is needed depends upon the extent of damage. If it is not too deep some light abrasion to the surface will remove the damaged finish and leave undamaged finish. In (more or less) increasing order of aggressiveness: - Stain removal cloths - Polishing compound
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7,353. HELP! Clear vinyl 'clearcoated' our table. I run an engraving shop from our home so I frequent the engravers forum, but I could use some wood help! About a year ago I bought us a new dining room set. Since the table serves as a work table much of the time, I bought a piece of clear vinyl to use as a tablecloth, to protect the table, and
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Use only a wooden spoon, spatula, or chopstick to remove the plastic (metal utensils will harm the finish). Wipe the wooden utensil with paper towels between each scrape to prevent spreading the plastic. To clean the metal oven racks, use an ice bag to harden the plastic, and then scrape it away with a plastic or metal scraper. 04 of 05
How to Clean Sticky Vinyl Residue Off Wood
Removing the Residue You Will Need: Cleaning gloves A cloth Paper towels Water A cleaning solution (select one): – De-Solv-It – Krud Kutter – White vinegar – Baking soda Steps to Remove the Residue: Put on a pair of cleaning gloves. Vinyl contains toxic chemicals that you do not want to absorb through your skin.
- What are the problems caused by plasticizers?
- With the plasticizing agents, instead of a shatter mark, there will be a dent or impression resulting from an impact. The problem caused by plasticizers arises when rubber or plastic materials, such as place mats, table coverings, trivet feet or the like, are left on the surface for an extended time.
- Can plasticizer damage Trivet feet?
- The two photos at the top show two results of plasticizer damage. In both of these cases, even though the damage was very visible and undesirable, it was repairable. It often is not. Especially with trivet feet, the damage will go directly down to the wood. Often the only remedy is to remove the damaged finish and apply a new.
- How serious is plasticizer damage?
- The seriousness of the damage is a function of the quality and condition of the finish, the specific interaction of the plastics, and the duration of contact. The result of plasticizer damage is a discoloration and a softening of the finish. The two photos at the top show two results of plasticizer damage.
- Is it OK to put a plastic cover over a trivet?
- It often is not. Especially with trivet feet, the damage will go directly down to the wood. Often the only remedy is to remove the damaged finish and apply a new. This unfortunate customer had put a plastic cover over the table to protect it from spilled liquids, with a cloth cover over that.
