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Aplus · #2 (**permalink**) 04-09-05

Actually, oxalic or citric acid application is more important for neutralizing the caustics, and bringing the total ph of the wood closer to neutral, or a bit acidic.

Brightening will actually happen on it's own, over a period of time, especially with plenty of sunshine. It's neutralizing we're really concerned with.

While all the facts you listed are great to read about, and very interesting, the reality is that today we must use what we have at our disposal to perform our jobs. There is no magic bullet. Until there are other industry accepted chemicals to restore wood, I'll have to continue using sodium hydroxide and oxalic/citric acid.

It's too bad the authors of your information didn't provide the info on other ways we can restore wood without using the chemicals mentioned.