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Colored Chalk on Finished Wood (Paint, Stain, Varnish)

Brush and rinse as much of the chalk stain from the surface as possible with a sponge. Remove the remaining chalk stain with a damp sponge and Soft Scrub. With a clean, damp sponge, remove any remaining Soft Scrub.

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