Got_Horns Posted March 5, 2023 Share Posted March 5, 2023 Anyone know how to take out scratches in cherry veneer? Or at least, make them less noticeable. My rc7 has a few and it's driving me 🥜. Can I lightly sand the whole thing and re stain them? Appreciate any good ideas! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
henry4841 Posted March 5, 2023 Share Posted March 5, 2023 There are products that will hide scratches some but do not expect miracles. One has to be extremely careful sanding them out. The veneer is really thin on modern sheets. If you break through the veneer it will look worse than when you started. But that is the only proper way of getting rid of scratches. One can always veneer them again if appearance really is a concern. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jjptkd Posted March 5, 2023 Share Posted March 5, 2023 3 hours ago, Got_Horns said: Anyone know how to take out scratches in cherry veneer? Or at least, make them less noticeable. My rc7 has a few and it's driving me 🥜. Can I lightly sand the whole thing and re stain them? Appreciate any good ideas!   Keep your eye out for a mint speaker for a decent price when one is found sell the one you have most people wont care about a few light scratches especially if it means a discounted price. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter P. Posted March 5, 2023 Share Posted March 5, 2023 Use Min Wax Blend-Fil Pencils. After you rub it into the scratch, you can remove the excess by rubbing with your finger. Rub in the direction of the scratch so the fill won't spread beyond the sides of the scratch. Patience produces excellent results. I've covered recessed finished nail heads with it and the result is imperceptible. Practice on a piece of scrap first, making your own scratches and filling them in until you get the hang of it but even if you don't you won't ruin the veneer. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Got_Horns Posted March 7, 2023 Author Share Posted March 7, 2023 On 3/5/2023 at 4:15 AM, Peter P. said: Use Min Wax Blend-Fil Pencils. After you rub it into the scratch, you can remove the excess by rubbing with your finger. Rub in the direction of the scratch so the fill won't spread beyond the sides of the scratch. Patience produces excellent results. I've covered recessed finished nail heads with it and the result is imperceptible. Practice on a piece of scrap first, making your own scratches and filling them in until you get the hang of it but even if you don't you won't ruin the veneer. Thanks, i completely forgot about that stuff.  On Amazon, I can't seem to find a cherry for the pencil. But they have a marker in cherry. With better reviews.  Have you ever used the marker?  I'm thinking of trying the marker but if it doesn't work. The pencil should still stick? I do have some practice pieces to mess around with. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OO1 Posted March 7, 2023 Share Posted March 7, 2023 On 3/5/2023 at 3:13 AM, Got_Horns said: Anyone know how to take out scratches in cherry veneer? Or at least, make them less noticeable. My rc7 has a few and it's driving me 🥜. Can I lightly sand the whole thing and re stain them? Appreciate any good ideas! the only product that works to hide scratches is ....Trade secret sold on Amazon  ..https://www.tradesecret.ca/?page_id=160  1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter P. Posted March 7, 2023 Share Posted March 7, 2023 I never used the marker. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seti Posted March 13, 2023 Share Posted March 13, 2023 Find a faux painter. I have a friend who can paint any veneer. A good faux painter can make scratches or damage dissappear. Â Â Â Â Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amped Posted March 13, 2023 Share Posted March 13, 2023 Maybe something here could be helpful:  https://www.youtube.com/@MohawkFinishing  No personal experience. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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