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product_id: 1841876
title: "Restor-A-Finish"
brand: "howard"
price: "3618 kr"
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# removes water & heat marks 9 color-matched wood tones minutes to restore finish Restor-A-Finish

**Brand:** howard
**Price:** 3618 kr
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> 🪄 Bring your wood back to life—no refinishing, just restoring brilliance!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Restor-A-Finish by howard
- **How much does it cost?** 3618 kr with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.is](https://www.desertcart.is/products/1841876-restor-a-finish)

## Best For

- howard enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted howard brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Trusted Legacy:** Over 40 years as the go-to solution for antique dealers and DIY pros alike.
- • **Banishes Blemishes:** Erases white heat rings, water marks, sun fade, smoke damage, and surface scratches.
- • **Tailored to Your Wood:** Available in 9 precise shades to seamlessly blend with your furniture’s original finish.
- • **Effortless Restoration:** Wipe-on, wipe-off application revives wood in minutes—no sanding needed.
- • **Preserves Authenticity:** Restores finish without stripping, maintaining your wood’s value and character.

## Overview

Restor-A-Finish is a unique, finish-penetrating formula designed to restore and revitalize wood finishes by blending out minor scratches, blemishes, and oxidation without removing the original finish. Available in nine colors to match almost any wood tone, it removes white heat rings, water marks, sun fade, and smoke damage with a simple wipe-on, wipe-off process that delivers professional-grade results in minutes. Trusted for over 40 years by antique dealers and DIY enthusiasts, it preserves the authenticity and value of wood furniture while making restoration effortless.

## Description

Product Description In 1969, Douglas G. Howard set out to solve this dilemma: how can you eliminate blemishes in wood finishes and restore the original color and luster without removing any of the existing finish? Unable to find an answer at his local hardware store, he went to work in his garage to create his own product. His goal was to make something that would be much more than a surface treatment, yet nothing like a stripper or a refinisher. The key was to develop a formula that could clean and polish the surface, penetrate the finish with stain, and leave the original finish intact. The end result was Restor-A-Finish, Doug Howard's first in what would become a complete line of wood care products. For over 40 years, Howard's Restor-A-Finish has been a standard in the antique industry. Because Restor-A-Finish preserves the original wood finish it also helps preserve its authenticity and value, whereas stripping the finish may literally strip the piece of its value. Almost any existing wood tone, from a Birdseye Maple to a Jacobean, can be closely matched using one of the nine available finish colors. Trying it on just about everything with a traditional wood finish, antique dealers, refinishers, and homemakers have found it to be a safer and easier alternative to stripping and refinishing. Scratches, oxidation, white heat rings, watermarks, smoke damage, and sun fade simply disappear. From the Manufacturer For over 40 years, Howard's Restor-A-Finish has been a standard in the antique industry. Because Restor-A-Finish preserves the original wood finish it also helps preserve its authenticity and value, whereas stripping the finish may literally strip the piece of its value. Almost any existing wood tone, from a Birdseye Maple to a Jacobean, can be closely matched using one of the nine available finish colors. Trying it on just about everything with a traditional wood finish, antique dealers, refinishers, and homemakers have found it to be a safer and easier alternative to stripping and refinishing. Scratches, oxidation, white heat rings, watermarks, smoke damage, and sun fade simply disappear. In 1969, Douglas G. Howard set out to solve this dilemma: how can you eliminate blemishes in wood finishes and restore the original color and luster without removing any of the existing finish? Unable to find an answer at his local hardware store, he went to work in his garage to create his own product. His goal was to make something that would be much more than a surface treatment, yet nothing like a stripper or a refinisher. The key was to develop a formula that could clean and polish the surface, penetrate the finish with stain, and leave the original finish intact. The end result was Restor-A-Finish, Doug Howard's first in what would become a complete line of wood care products.

Review: Transforms many wood surfaces, removes white heat marks! - This is a very good product that performs as promised to restore and clean many wood finishes. Restoration is not the same as refinishing. On some types of wood furnishings and finishes, it will improve the appearance dramatically, remove blemishes and clean the wood. It works best on: -Furniture that is scratched with a dull stained finish -Fine furniture with a shiny lacquer finish It will improve the appearance of badly scratched furniture with the above types of finishes. It does not work well on sealed finishes (polyurethane). I have used this product in all of the above situations. Following are some of the results achieved. First, a small pine table with a dull finish appeared shabby and needed improvement. The surface was severely scratched, with mostly surface level damage. After a five minute simple wipe-on application of the product using a rag, the results were dramatic. If I wanted to fuss over this piece, I would reapply using fine steel wool and touch up some of the gouges with a stain pen. Six months later, the table looks almost as it did prior to using the product, and it needs to be reapplied. Howard's Restor-A-Finish proved it's worth during my second project, the restoration of a high quality solid wood table top with a glossy, lacquered finish. The table had white heat marks the size of a salad plate that would not disappear with any previous methods attempted. Prior to using this product, I attempted to remove the white marks by researching solutions in Google. "Removing white heat marks from wood" yielded several cautious attempts from "applying steam again" to using toothpaste, mayonnaise and other so-called "remedies". The white marks remained in the finish. When I found out about the Howard's product here on desertcart, I read some of the reviews where reviewers claimed they were able to remove white rings by simply wiping the product on with a rag. I tried this and it did not work. I was afraid my money went down the tubes, but decided to try using steel wool. 0000 Steel Wool was too soft and ineffective. With 000 grade, it took some patient effort, but less than ten minutes later the white marks were gone. Replenishing the piece of steel wool regularly increased the effectiveness of the process. Work with the grain, use light pressure and keep checking your results to be sure you don't damage the finish. (See before and after photos.) Howard's is also an excellent product to polish and detail wood furniture that is already in good shape, reviving it a bit and making it look exceptionally clean and shiny. For best results with wood finishes that need cleaning, use steel wool. As mentioned earlier, the product will improve the appearance of some finishes, but does not do anything that I would consider restorative on certain finishes. For example, I wiped it on a small table that appears to have had a polyurethane finish that was in poor condition. It deposited a light stain in the areas that were lighter, but the result wasn't very impressive. The areas where the urethane finish was not damaged was cleaned, but the stain was unable to penetrate the lighter scratches. The only solution for this type of situation is either covering the old finish or removing it. A similar result was obtained on a very old veneer top using steel wool and minimal elbow grease. The result is better than before, but the wood still shows a lot of the underlying damage. Another mediocre result was achieved on a furniture with deep scratches. The product changed the color of the scratches and improved the appearance dramatically. However, the damage was still visible. Better results were achieved by filling the scratches with a wood crayon, and smoothing them out using fine steel wool and a light hand to prevent marring the finish. This is a stop-gap solution for furniture that either should be refinished or painted. All in all, this is an excellent product for cleaning and addressing many wood furniture problems without refinishing.
Review: PHENOMENAL!!!! - This stuff is the bomb. If I had known about it before I got my kitchen cabinets redone I would have redone them myself. I have cherry cabinets in my downstairs bathroom which the finish has been damaged on certain parts. So I ordered this on desertcart after researching and decided to give it a chance.And my gosh, it looks like brand new. Super easy to apply.I was able to match as close as I could to the original finish used. I was actually gonna pay the same people that came out earlier this year to refinish these cabinets, which now I don't have to do. I only need to apply a particular wax to protect because it's an oil base.So I don't need to apply any type of sealer to it . Highly recommend for do it yourself jobs. This is the area I refinished. No sanding needed. I wish I took a before Pic. But the doors were damaged with no stain left.

## Features

- Restor-A-Finish is a unique finish-penetrating formula that restores wood finishes while blending out minor scratches, blemishes and abrasions
- Available in nine colors to match almost any wood finish tone; Neutral, Maple-Pine, Golden Oak, Cherry, Walnut, Mahogany, Dark Walnut, Dark Oak, and Ebony Brown
- With a simple wipe-on, wipe-off process, most finished wood surfaces that seem to need a complete refinishing job can be restored in a few minutes
- Removes white heat rings and water marks, sun fade, oxidation, smoke damage and most other blemishes
- Restor-A-Finish restores the finish without removing any of the existing finish
- 16-Ounces Walnut
- Eliminates white heat rings and water marks
- Blends out scratches and blemishes
- Restores color and luster to faded finishes
- This item is not for sale in Catalina Island

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B000LNSIM8 |
| Batteries Included? | No |
| Batteries Required? | No |
| Best Sellers Rank | #3,558 in Health & Household ( See Top 100 in Health & Household ) #3 in Wood Conditioners, Waxes & Oils |
| Color | Walnut |
| Customer Reviews | 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (16,093) |
| Date First Available | August 17, 2005 |
| Included Components | Howard - RF4016 |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Package Quantity | 1 |
| Item Weight | 1 pounds |
| Item model number | Howard - RF4016 |
| Manufacturer | Howard Products Store |
| Material | Walnut |
| Number Of Pieces | 1 |
| Part Number | Howard - RF4016 |
| Product Dimensions | 1.8 x 3.9 x 6.5 inches |
| Size | 16 oz |
| Special Features | Restores and revitalizes leather, Deeply conditions and nourishes, Protects against drying and cracking, Softens and enhances flexibility, Safe for all smooth leather surfaces, Repels water and stains, Extends leather lifespan, Easy to apply and absorb, Non-sticky formula, No harsh chemicals, Works on furniture, car seats, shoes, bags, and accessories, Enhances natural leather shine, Prevents fadi… |
| Usage | Inside; Amateur, Inside; Professional |
| Volume | 16 Fluid Ounces |
| Warranty Description | Limited Warranty: This product is made from the finest raw materials available and manufactured to proven formulation under strict quality control for its intended use on natural wood finishes. However, results obtained with the use of this product under a variety of conditions may depend on circumstances beyond our control. Howard Products, Inc. and the seller therefore disclaim any responsibilit… |

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Color** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: can you use it on floors**
A: Just used the maple pine and left on a few mins.  did section by section  directions say wipe on and off and that is probably better as the floor is a bit darker HOWEVER.  The floor was wretched with loss of finish in several places.  It is now totally acceptable.  After drying, used paste wax and then buffed.  The floor is a save.  We are selling the house and this saved refinishing

**Q: I spilled acetone nail polish remover on a wooden end table. Could this help it look better?**
A: Hello,Yes, this will make a difference. Can't say it will totally resolve the issue, but it should help.Thank You

**Q: Will this product remove white spots on wood floors**
A: Sorry, I don't know, my house is a 1947 house with original floors. After using this they look beautiful. I used some 1000 grit sand paper in Few spots to remove some blemishes, and you can not tell where I did that. For the price I would try it. A little goes a long way. 10 oz. did a 750 square foot house.

**Q: can you use it on floor**
A: I have never used it on the floor and I don't think it was recommended for the floor.  I would check with Howards directly.  There's the link to their website:  http://www.howardproducts.com/

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Transforms many wood surfaces, removes white heat marks!
*by A***R on November 7, 2013*

This is a very good product that performs as promised to restore and clean many wood finishes. Restoration is not the same as refinishing. On some types of wood furnishings and finishes, it will improve the appearance dramatically, remove blemishes and clean the wood. It works best on: -Furniture that is scratched with a dull stained finish -Fine furniture with a shiny lacquer finish It will improve the appearance of badly scratched furniture with the above types of finishes. It does not work well on sealed finishes (polyurethane). I have used this product in all of the above situations. Following are some of the results achieved. First, a small pine table with a dull finish appeared shabby and needed improvement. The surface was severely scratched, with mostly surface level damage. After a five minute simple wipe-on application of the product using a rag, the results were dramatic. If I wanted to fuss over this piece, I would reapply using fine steel wool and touch up some of the gouges with a stain pen. Six months later, the table looks almost as it did prior to using the product, and it needs to be reapplied. Howard's Restor-A-Finish proved it's worth during my second project, the restoration of a high quality solid wood table top with a glossy, lacquered finish. The table had white heat marks the size of a salad plate that would not disappear with any previous methods attempted. Prior to using this product, I attempted to remove the white marks by researching solutions in Google. "Removing white heat marks from wood" yielded several cautious attempts from "applying steam again" to using toothpaste, mayonnaise and other so-called "remedies". The white marks remained in the finish. When I found out about the Howard's product here on Amazon, I read some of the reviews where reviewers claimed they were able to remove white rings by simply wiping the product on with a rag. I tried this and it did not work. I was afraid my money went down the tubes, but decided to try using steel wool. 0000 Steel Wool was too soft and ineffective. With 000 grade, it took some patient effort, but less than ten minutes later the white marks were gone. Replenishing the piece of steel wool regularly increased the effectiveness of the process. Work with the grain, use light pressure and keep checking your results to be sure you don't damage the finish. (See before and after photos.) Howard's is also an excellent product to polish and detail wood furniture that is already in good shape, reviving it a bit and making it look exceptionally clean and shiny. For best results with wood finishes that need cleaning, use steel wool. As mentioned earlier, the product will improve the appearance of some finishes, but does not do anything that I would consider restorative on certain finishes. For example, I wiped it on a small table that appears to have had a polyurethane finish that was in poor condition. It deposited a light stain in the areas that were lighter, but the result wasn't very impressive. The areas where the urethane finish was not damaged was cleaned, but the stain was unable to penetrate the lighter scratches. The only solution for this type of situation is either covering the old finish or removing it. A similar result was obtained on a very old veneer top using steel wool and minimal elbow grease. The result is better than before, but the wood still shows a lot of the underlying damage. Another mediocre result was achieved on a furniture with deep scratches. The product changed the color of the scratches and improved the appearance dramatically. However, the damage was still visible. Better results were achieved by filling the scratches with a wood crayon, and smoothing them out using fine steel wool and a light hand to prevent marring the finish. This is a stop-gap solution for furniture that either should be refinished or painted. All in all, this is an excellent product for cleaning and addressing many wood furniture problems without refinishing.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ PHENOMENAL!!!!
*by M***. on January 18, 2026*

This stuff is the bomb. If I had known about it before I got my kitchen cabinets redone I would have redone them myself. I have cherry cabinets in my downstairs bathroom which the finish has been damaged on certain parts. So I ordered this on amazon after researching and decided to give it a chance.And my gosh, it looks like brand new. Super easy to apply.I was able to match as close as I could to the original finish used. I was actually gonna pay the same people that came out earlier this year to refinish these cabinets, which now I don't have to do. I only need to apply a particular wax to protect because it's an oil base.So I don't need to apply any type of sealer to it . Highly recommend for do it yourself jobs. This is the area I refinished. No sanding needed. I wish I took a before Pic. But the doors were damaged with no stain left.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Works great
*by L***M on March 4, 2026*

This stuff is amazing. Helped cover deep scratches and put back the shine. Easy to use. Clean furniture, rub on then wipe off. I highly recommend.

## Frequently Bought Together

- Howard Products RF4016 RF3016 Restor-A-Finish, 16 oz, Walnut, 16 Fl Oz
- Howard Products Beeswax Wood Polish & Conditioner, Feed-N-Wax for Wood Furniture Polish, 16 oz, Orange
- Howard Products Restor-A-Finish, Wood Stain to Restore a Finish for Wood Surfaces, Golden Oak, 16 Fl Oz, Pack of 1

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