If I spill Trade Secret Scratch Remover on my carpet, is there a product than can be used to remove it?

6th November, 2009 - Posted by Meccanator - No Comments

Scratch remover stains can usually be removed by employing a fabric spot remover such as Krud Kutter Tough Task Remover. You should use a spot remover designed for oil-based stains. Read More

Can Trade Secret Furniture Polish & Cleaner be used on any type of wood?

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Yes. From the lightest maple and oak to dark mahogany, walnut and even black lacquer. Trade Secret® Furniture Polish is pH balanced and is compatible with any color. Read More

How often can I use Trade Secret furniture polish?

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As often as you want. Trade Secret® contains no waxes, acids or silicones and won’t harm the surface. There’s no waxy yellow build-up. Read More

Why is Trade Secret better than other furniture cleaners and polishes?

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Trade Secret® Furniture Polish and Cleaner contains no acid, wax or silicone. These products are present in almost all maintenance products for wood and all are detrimental to finished furniture. Trade Secret prevents cracking and yellowing and leaves no waxy, yellow build-up. Having been used for over 50 years by professionals in the furniture industry, » Read More

What is the purpose of a finish coating on wood?

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Beautify. Many years ago, people discovered that wood looked better with the addition of color (stain). the earliest stains were made from natural or vegetable ingredients. Modern times have produced a wide range of colors dispersed in solvent or water base to stain wood. In addition to color the wood beauty will be enhanced with » Read More

What is the purpose of a furniture polish and cleaner?

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Wood dries out over time and the natural oils evaporate. If these oils are not replaced, wood can become dry and brittle and absorbs moisture through the air. Moisture will expand dry wood, and, over a period of time, this shrinking and expanding may cause cracks and checks on the wood surface and can loosen » Read More

Why should furniture polish be silicone-free?

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Silicone oil is an ingredient used in most commercial furniture polishes to impart a high degree of shine. Unfortunately, by raising the shine it can alter the apearance of the furniture permanently beyond what the manufacturer intended. Silicone penetrates into the finish and is virtually impossible to remove. Over time it can weaken the molecular » 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

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 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

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