Q&A for How to Get Stains out of Wood

Put 1 tbsp disinfectant in a basin of hot soapy water, and scrub gently with an all-purpose sponge (not a scourer).

Painting over it would be best. If that is not an option, try using a Mr Clean eraser.

Gently rub some non-gel toothpaste on the wood with a soft cloth. Then wipe it off with a damp cloth and let it dry before applying furniture polish. For even stronger cleaning power, mix equal parts white toothpaste and baking soda.

Put mayonnaise on a paper towel. Let it sit for 15 minutes, then remove the mayonnaise with a damp paper towel.

Put a brown paper bag over it and press a warm iron against the bag. The wax should stick to the bag.

All of the methods suggested in this article are good, so give them a go. If you have a truly hard-core stain, you can always use wood bleach (found at any major hardware store). Note: wood bleach will absolutely and completely return the wood to its initial near-white state. Any sort of staining will be destroyed and needs to be re-applied.

Put nail polish over it, then put new remover on it. The old stuff will get wet and you can just wipe it all up.

Wipe it with a moist cloth.

Gently rub some non-gel toothpaste on the wood with a soft cloth, then wipe it off with a damp cloth and let it dry before applying furniture polish. For even stronger cleaning power, mix equal parts white toothpaste and baking soda.