How to Lighten a Floor Stain
- 1). Sand a wood floor lightly with the wood's grain. Brush off the dust.
- 2). Mix a wood bleach according to the manufacturer's instructions. Apply the bleach to the stain using a sponge. Neutralize the bleach with vinegar if required by the manufacturer's instructions. Rinse with water.
- 3). Leave the wood to sit for 2 days to dry thoroughly. Sand lightly with fine sandpaper. Brush off dust and apply a varnish to seal the wood.
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