- 1). Combine 1 tbsp. of non-gel toothpaste with 1 tbsp. of baking soda in a bowl. Stir with a spoon until the ingredients are completely mixed. Make this paste only if your table has a lacquered finish. For other wood finishes, dampen a microfiber cloth with mineral spirits.
- 2). Rub the baking soda paste or the dampened cloth over the scorched wood. Rub the area gently with an extra-fine steel wool pad, following the wood grain. If you are using the paste, rub until the friction causes it to feel warm to the touch.
- 3). Wipe the wood with a cloth dampened with mineral spirits to wash away any residue and remove grime.
- 4). Inspect the wood table for remaining scorch marks. If marks remain, repeat the process until they are completely removed.
- 5). Moisten another microfiber cloth with water. Wring out all excess liquid. Wipe the wood with the moist cloth to rinse away any residue and debris.
- 6). Wipe the wood with a clean terry cloth towel until completely dry.
- 7). Spray commercial furniture polish onto the wood surface. Buff the wood in circular motions with a clean microfiber cloth to restore shine.