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Interior Hardwood Refurbishment

September 06, 2019, 02:10:55 pm

On my GV, the previous owner was fond of drilling holes and attaching God knows what to the walls. In addition, there was applied a number of adhesive-backed strips of Velcro, all now deteriorated to a shell-like crust and seemingly impossible to remove.

I'm confident I can find material to fill holes and refinish, but the velcro is something else. I read on here that a product called Wood Dr. is recommended for this, but for one thing, I can't find the product, and then I'm not sure how it would work to remove the velcro strips. Any advice or info greatly appreciated!

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Re: Interior Hardwood Refurbishment

Reply #1 – September 06, 2019, 02:21:35 pm

Randall,

Personally, I would avoid ZEP Wood Doctor, due to the very strong and long-lasting unpleasant odor.  It was the "go to" wood treating product on this Forum for a long time, but recent posts have been less enthusiastic.  You will get opinions from both sides of the isle.

Here is a pertinent thread:

Thanks to whoever recommended Howard Feed-N-Wax! Look!

As far as removing the petrified Velcro strips, I think I would try some WD-40. and see how it works.  Don't spray it on - just soak a small rag and apply it liberally to the old Velcro tape.  I have found WD-40 is a excellent solvent for removing all kinds of adhesive and glue.  I don't think it would do any harm to the wood, but test it first in a inconspicuous place to be sure.

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Re: Interior Hardwood Refurbishment

Reply #2 – September 06, 2019, 02:36:33 pm

FOT sells Wood Doctor. I use it, no real problem with the odor.

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Re: Interior Hardwood Refurbishment

Reply #3 – September 06, 2019, 02:54:03 pm

Chuck and Tom, thanks to both.

I will definitely try the WD-40 which I have on hand, and look into tge other products. I'm trying for as close as possible to original restoration.

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