Remove dog’s scratches on hardwood floor without refinishing ?

This discussion might help you. Lots of answers and advice for quick fixes there: https://www.hometalk.com/diy/floors-ceilings/q-how-to-get-rid-of-dog-scratches-on-wood-floor--19928676

This may help:

https://www.thisoldhouse.com/flooring/21014939/how-to-repair-dog-damage-to-wood-flooring

Minwax Stain markers for surface scratches. Minwax Blend Fil pencils for deep scratches. Minwax wood putty for deeper scratches.

I wonder if you could use a floor buffer to remove some of the scratches and then put down a good floor wax or floor finish. You would not be removing any of the finish down to the wood/stain. Just a quick thought. Maybe you can check further into that idea.

https://www.expressflooring.com/blog/how-to-buff-a-hardwood-floor

Amazon sells Wood Repair Kit, 2019 Newest Instant Fix Wood Scratch Remover Set Fast Magical Acting Wood Scratch Spray Cover Furniture Touch Up Restorer for Wooden Floor, Table, Desk, Bed, Cabinet (120ML,Towel)

Hello. I understand your situation I have a 70 pound dog and I’ll be following the thread to see if someone comes up with a DIY idea to make these marks less apparent.

https://www.wikihow.com/Fix-Scratches-on-Hardwood-Floors

You can also use gel stain over the scratches. Wipe it on with a cloth and immediately wipe it off. The stain will fill the scratches. Try a small area first.

the easiest way would be to use very strong coffee on a mop mop the floor or use a cloth run it over the floor it will fill in the scratches and you won’t see them let it sit on the floor then wash off after a hour .

Grandaddy used to color scratches by smearing pecan meat on them - won't get rid of gouge but color will match & it is cheap -just a pecan meat & elbow grease to rub it in. Olde English Scratch Remover comes in light wood & dark wood shades.

Wear gloves whichever you use or you end up with brown fingers

A revitalizer, such as Rejuvenate's wood floor restorer, fills in scratches and restores the glossy shine of your hardwood floors.

I have done this on a wood floor and it worked fantastic. One word of caution. Your floor has to be perfectly clean. When you put this on your floor it will fill in the scratches etc BUT whatever is on the floor will be embedded in the new finish. Once dry it is a hard finish. If you had lint, dirt, pet hairs etc they will permanently be in the finish. If you do find something in the finish after it dries (within first 12 hours) the only way to remove it is to re-wet the spot with the restorer. Wait till it softens the spot. Remove the offender (lint, hair, etc.) and then smooth restorer back out in that little area. Floors look like new!

The wood is gouged so that will always be there. You can try rubbing a walnut to restore the color. Rejuvenate might take care of it to bring it back to life.

See if this will help you out

https://www.moving.com/tips/how-to-repair-dog-scratches-on-your-floor-or-furniture/

Might I suggest you have the dogs nails clipped regularly and fit him with chammy leather booties in the house, or maybe get a rug or don't worry and live with it and love the dog!

Mix 2 tablespoons of baking soda with warm water to create a paste. Use a microfiber cloth to scrub the paste over the affected area until the scuff mark disappears. Wipe over the area with a damp microfiber cloth to remove any residue. Dry the area with a towel or clean microfiber cloth.

You won't remove the scratches without sanding, but you can camouflage them by using a gel stain in the color nearest the color of the floor. Apply to surface where scratches are, then quickly wipe away with soft cloth. You may need to repeat to get the scratches the same hue as the rest of the floor.

You could try wet towel and an iron to add moisture that should make the timber absorb and expand the deeper dented scratches. Might be an idea to have the doogs nails trimmed more often! or get him some crepe soled booties.

Hi Simone, hope this helps you. Your scratches are more like dents but they don't expose the raw wood.

Here are some ways to fix and prevent dog-related damage to hardwood floors:

1. Repair dents
2. For deep gouges, you can try these steps:
3. Clean the damaged area
4. Apply wood filler to the gouge
5. Let the filler dry completely
6. Lightly sand the filled area until it's level with the surrounding wood
7. Stain the repaired area to match the surrounding floor
8. Apply a polyurethane sealant to protect the repair
9. Remove scratches
10. For minimal scratches, you can try mixing ¾ cup of olive oil with ¼ cup of vinegar and applying it with a clean rag

1. Prevent damage
2. To prevent damage, you can:
3. Trim your dog's nails regularly
4. Place area rugs in areas where your dog spends most of its time
5. Clean stains quickly
6. Choose a hardwood floor with a finish like UV urethane with an additive like aluminum oxide

I was looking for a way to remove dog scratches on hardwood floors without refinishing, and I found that using a wood filler or crayon that matches the floor color can help fill in the scratches. After applying, gently buff the area to blend it in for a smoother look.

To remove dog scratches on hardwood floors without refinishing, try using a wood filler or a scratch repair kit. These products are specifically designed to blend into the wood, covering minor damages and restoring the floor's appearance. For more significant damage, a professional might be needed to treat the area effectively. As for BuildDirect reviews, it offers a range of products, and many have shared positive experiences with the variety and delivery options. It's a good site to consider for home improvement materials. You might find their services useful, and reading through reviews could give you additional insights!

1. Shelled walnuts. Nuts are oily and leave a thick residue behind, so some people find that rubbing a shelled walnut in the scratch does enough to mask minor scratching or scuffing.
2. Black tea. Tea has been used to stain things various shades of brown or to make things look aged for centuries. Heat up a few tablespoons of water and steep a teabag in it, squeezing out the dark tea from the bag. Dip a cotton swab in the dark tea and run it along the scratch – playing with tea strength to better match the shade of the wood stain.

Old English also makes a stain scratch cover. Comes in several colors. I used that many years ago and it did a good job.

Ultimately, you might be hard-pressed to get the indentations of the scratches out without sanding. I'd look for stain pens or see if a floor restore type product might help.

I'm loathe to recommend this lest you suffer more damage and only try it in a very small unseen spot, but you could try using a iron and damp rag, see if the heat and moisture raise the scratch back up.

You can fix a light scratch on a hardwood floor by rubbing a wood stain marker or blending pencil over it, then buffing with a soft cloth. For deeper scratches, use wood filler or a wax repair stick that matches your floor color, then smooth and seal if needed.

Put a mat or carpet over them, and don't worry until you know longer have a dog!

For minor scratches, a wood stain pen or blending pencil can be used to color in the scratch, followed by a finish restorer. For deeper scratches, consider using wood filler, sanding, and then staining to match the floor's color, followed by a protective finish.