Removing varnish

A stain of varnish appears faster than you think. When painting furniture, window frames or creative projects, it's easy for a drop to land on your sofa, floor or carpet. Because varnish is designed to adhere for a long time, it forms a stubborn, sticky or dried-on stain that does not simply disappear.

The sooner you treat the stain, the greater the chance that you can remove it completely. If you allow the varnish to dry, a hard layer will form that can damage the surface. However, there is good news: in many cases, varnish stains can also be removed easily, provided you proceed with care. Below you can read about the best approach for each type of surface.