á How do I repair scratches and dents on IKEA Hemnes wood furniture?
Created on: 7 Dec 2022 09:17
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Jannekkla
Hello everyone, I have a Hemnes wooden dresser from IKEA that has unfortunately developed several scratches and a few small dents over the past few months. Since the surface of Hemnes furniture is usually lacquered or waxed, Iâm wondering what the best way is to repair these damages without the touch-ups being clearly visible or damaging the finish. Are there any proven methods or products suitable for small to medium scratches and dents on the wood of this series? Also, does anyone have tips on preparing the areas before repair to achieve the most professional result possible?
I like it when small damages become nicely invisible again! đ Heating dents actually works well â the wood swells as a result. However, it is important not to get too hot, so the finish doesnât bubble. Afterwards, I always do a final sanding with a very fine sanding pad and then apply good furniture wax â done! Itâs not that difficult, and itâs fun when the furniture looks almost like new again afterwards. đ
I wonder if the iron method for dents on painted surfaces carries the risk of damaging or softening the paint. Does anyone have experience with whether this works well on Hemnes finishes, or if it's better to use other techniques (e.g., wood filler)? I've noticed that Hemnes is often sealed with clear lacquer, and heat might potentially alter the surface.
faso31 schrieb:
I wonder if the iron method for dents on painted surfaces carries the risk of damaging or softening the paint. That is a valid concern. The iron method should be used with caution, preferably with a thin, damp cloth placed in between. If the paint layer is too thin or heat-sensitive materials are involved, there could be issues. Alternatively, wood filler or special putty can be used when in doubt.
faso31 schrieb:
I wonder if the iron method for dents on painted surfaces carries the risk of damaging or softening the paint. That's true, itâs better to first test on a hidden spot before applying heat. A small risk test with a damp cloth and medium heat often clarifies things. Better to be cautious than to repair an expensive paint damage later!
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Jannekkla8 Dec 2022 09:58Thank you for the many helpful tips and your opinions on the iron method. For my piece of furniture with a clear lacquer finish, I will probably test the wax sticks and light sanding first before treating the dents this way. Unfortunately, the dents in that area are quite deep â so I may need to do some additional work with wood filler. Does anyone have advice on how to best match the color of the filler to the typical Hemnes wood surface?
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