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Wood floors and wood furniture are always exposed and thus are easily stained. Untreated wood, however, have more chances of getting deeper stains because they do not have the protection wood with finish have. There are removal methods that can help remove blood stains from treated wood as well as untreated wood.
Steps
Method 1
Method 1 of 3:
Untreated Wood
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1Sprinkle baking soda onto the blood stain.[1]
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2Soak a brush in white vinegar.[2]Advertisement
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The media could not be loaded, either because the server or network failed or because the format is not supported.7Dry the wood using a towel or cloth.
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Method 2
Method 2 of 3:
Waxed or Polished Wood
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The media could not be loaded, either because the server or network failed or because the format is not supported.2Mix 1/2 tablespoon of liquid dish-washing detergent with 1 cup of cold water in a small bowl to make a detergent solution.[5] -
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Method 3
Method 3 of 3:
Varnished Wood
Fresh Blood Stain
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Old or Embedded Blood Stain
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The media could not be loaded, either because the server or network failed or because the format is not supported.3Rub the stained area using a steel wool moistened with mineral spirits. Do this lightly and make sure you rub along the grain of the wood. Try to remove only as much finish as you have to. -
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The media could not be loaded, either because the server or network failed or because the format is not supported.5Refinish the affected area after 24 hours, if needed.
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Expert Q&A
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QuestionHow do you get blood out of untreated wood?
Guy PetersGuy Peters is the Owner of MOP STARS Cleaning Service, a complete house cleaning service for residential and commercial clients, based in Denver, Colorado. Founded in 2014, MOP STARS provides regular, move in/out, deep, and commercial cleaning services. Guy has a BA in Finance from the California State University - Sacramento and an MBA from Cornell University.
House Cleaning ProfessionalA combination of baking soda and vinegar is your best option. Start by adding an even layer of baking soda over the dried blood and massaging it into the stain with a dry cloth. Then, soak a toothbrush in vinegar and vigorously scrub the wood. Once the bubbling stops, wipe away the mixture with a dry cloth. Keep repeating this process until the stain is completely gone! -
QuestionDoes dish soap remove blood stains?Guy PetersGuy Peters is the Owner of MOP STARS Cleaning Service, a complete house cleaning service for residential and commercial clients, based in Denver, Colorado. Founded in 2014, MOP STARS provides regular, move in/out, deep, and commercial cleaning services. Guy has a BA in Finance from the California State University - Sacramento and an MBA from Cornell University.
House Cleaning ProfessionalDish soap can help remove blood stains from finished wood! Dip a clean cloth into a mixture of dish soap and water and apply it to the stain. Just make sure that you don't pour the sudsy water directly onto the wood.
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Warnings
- Do not apply ammonia to a hardwood floor. The floor can discolor when it gets in contact with ammonia.⧼thumbs_response⧽
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Things You'll Need
- Small bowl
- Soft cloths
- Cloth towels
- Liquid dish-washing soap
- Steel wool (number 0000)
- Liquid wax
- Wax or floor polisher (optional)
- Baking soda
- White vinegar
- Denatured alcohol
- Mineral spirits
- Bleach
- Sponge
- Brush
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References
- ↑ Guy Peters. House Cleaning Professional. Expert Interview. 27 September 2021.
- ↑ Guy Peters. House Cleaning Professional. Expert Interview. 27 September 2021.
- ↑ Guy Peters. House Cleaning Professional. Expert Interview. 27 September 2021.
- ↑ Guy Peters. House Cleaning Professional. Expert Interview. 27 September 2021.
- ↑ Guy Peters. House Cleaning Professional. Expert Interview. 27 September 2021.
- ↑ Guy Peters. House Cleaning Professional. Expert Interview. 27 September 2021.
- ↑ Guy Peters. House Cleaning Professional. Expert Interview. 27 September 2021.
- http://www.howtocleanstuff.net/how-to-remove-ink-stains-from-wood/
- http://www.oldhouseweb.com/how-to-advice/how-to-bleach-stains-on-wood-floors.shtml
About This Article
Guy Peters
House Cleaning Professional
This article was co-authored by Guy Peters. Guy Peters is the Owner of MOP STARS Cleaning Service, a complete house cleaning service for residential and commercial clients, based in Denver, Colorado. Founded in 2014, MOP STARS provides regular, move in/out, deep, and commercial cleaning services. Guy has a BA in Finance from the California State University - Sacramento and an MBA from Cornell University. This article has been viewed 85,310 times.
Co-authors: 12
Updated: March 15, 2022
Views: 85,310
Categories: Blood Stain Removal
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