Can Trade Secret Fill Sticks be used on any type of wood?
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Yes. Choose the color that matches closest to your furniture. In some cases, you may want to mix the colors together. Read More
What’s wrong with lemon oil and paste wax?
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Virtually all modern-day furniture is coated with a finish that beautifies and protects the wood. This finish will look oily or have a cloudy film if polished with lemon oil or paste wax which are products that must be applied directly to bare wood. Regular use of wax polishes will result in a build-up of » Read More
What makes Trade Secret® Fill Sticks better than other repair crayons?
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Trade Secret® Fill Sticks are blended from high-grade wax, not putty, that won’t shrink once the repair is completed. Read More
Can Trade Secret® Fill Sticks be used on Formica or plastic surfaces?
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Yes. Read More
What’s superior about Trade Secret® Touch-up markers?
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Our low-odor formula is free of toluol and MEK; hazardous chemicals found in other markers. The color won’t shift when exposed to light. Read More
Can I apply Trade Secret Touch-up marker on top of the Fill Sticks, Scratch Removers or Polishes?
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Yes. The Touch-up Markers can be used months or even years after the damage has occurred. Applying the markers on top of other Trade Secret® products is perfectly fine. For best results, make sure that the surface is clean and dry. Read More
Can I change the sheen on Trade Secret® Crystal Clear Finish?
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Yes. Crystal Clear Finish dries semi-gloss. Important: Finish must be completely dry (24 hours). Proceed cautiously, examine the surface after a few rubs. Repeat if necessary. Dull finish: Gently rub the surface with very fine steel wool and a few drops of water to avoid scratching the finish. Hi-gloss finish: Quickly rub the surface with » Read More
How do I get rid of those milky areas that have formed in my finish?
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This effect is known as “blushing” and is caused when finishes dry too quickly in high humidity conditions or if there is condensation on the surface when it is finished. Read More
What are the indented craters all over my furniture finish?
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This problem is known as “fisheyes” and it is a result of finishes becoming infected with silicone. Silicone exists in a myriad of products, including furniture polishes, and very little is required to infect a finish. Read More
Why does my top-coat often separate from the previous surface?
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Peeling may result from one, or a combination, of several factors. First, Improper cleaning of the old surface. Second, improper or incompatible undercoats were used. Lastly, if bulk lacquers are being used, unbalanced thinning agents were used. Ensure the previous surface is always clean before applying a finish. Also, always use products from the same » Read More