How to Remove Scratches from a Glossy Table
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Hold the wax stick above the scratch in the wood. Apply the flame of the lighter to the wax stick so that the molten wax drips into the scratch. Use a barbecue lighter, which is much longer than a cigarette lighter, so that you do not burn yourself.
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Heat the edge of the spatula with the lighter. Work the wax into the scratch with the spatula so that the wax completely fills the crack and remains level with the table surface. Scrape any excess wax off the top with the razor blade.
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Apply shellac to the repair, so that the other finishes will have something to adhere to. Let it dry and then apply varnish or other desired finish that matches the rest of your table.
