Floats work best in the spring when the muskrat glands are swelled to the point they look like they could pop. This is when the muskrats breeding season is in full swing and they don't hesitate one bit to climb up onto something to investigate it. I use carrots for bait and a food lure, just because carrots are cheap and they dont turn brown over night. Muskrat gland lure will work equally as well. Floats will really start to work well in about 3 weeks
The following remedies are for hardwood floors with soft oiled finishes. If needed, end each treatment by staining the wood, then waxing and buffing the spot to match the rest of the floor. Dark spots and pet stains: Rub the spot with No. 000 steel wool and floor wax. If the area is still dark, apply bleach or vinegar and allow it to soak into the wood for about an hour. Rinse with a damp cloth. Heel marks: Use fine steel wool to rub in floor wax.
Choose the color of stain based on the style of the table and the wood tones in the rest of your house. The table doesn't have to be an exact matchâmost homes have a variety of wood colors, so don't stress if your stain's color is a little off.arefully remove all sanding dust with a tack cloth. 3. Apply stain with a brush, following the wood's natural grain. Apply stain liberally, allow it to soak in for a few minutes, then wipe off excess. Tip: The longer stain sits before wiping, the darker the final color will be.