Expert: Eileen Cronk - 8/20/2007

Question
Hi, looking to find out if there is a way to repair a white spot from a hot dish placed on my kitchen wood table? Also is there any way to protect the wood to avoid future problems? I don't remember having this problem with my butcher block table.

Answer
Hi Ann
Nice to hear from you.
Doesn't matter how careful we are, these things happen.
As a home remedy try either some mayo from the fridge, or some vegetable oil from the salad.
Simply rub it on with a rag.
In most cases these home remedies do a pretty good job if the damage is not extensive.
For more extensive damage, a product like this may be necessary
http://www.drwoodwell.com/
Good Luck and great question
Regards
Eileen