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   peter28 | Dec 14, 2007 12:43am | #1

   You might have been able to remove the scratch without the steel wool. I'm assuming the scratch off has a light abrasive in it. I know that's a moot point now.

   Trying to get that small area to match in luster can be a little problematice. If you just try and polish that spot, it could end up shinier than the rest of the table.

   What grit steel wool did you use? I would think 0000. It would leave the smallest scratch.

   A few things you might try;

   Although you didn't say what size the table is, you may consider giving the whole surface a light rubbing with steel wool.

   After that, you can use a polish like Swirl Remover made by Mequiers. It can be found at auto suppliers as well as the automotive section in the big boxes.

   This will give the surface a polish and bring the luster up.

   Or after rubbing with the steel wool, rub it down with the scratch off. That may be just enough to do the trick.

   If you know any woodworkers they may have some rottenstone. It is a grey powdered abrasive. Just dampen a cloth with water and put some rottenstone on the face. Lightly rub the area and check it frequently by wiping the spot dry with a paper towel. You may be able to use this and just "spot" polish the area.

   Lastly, you might be able to disguise it simply by taking a soft cloth folded over a couple of times and vigorously rubbing the area without any polish or abrasive. Believe it or not there are times when this works.

   Let me know how you make out.

   Peter