soap and warm water and pass it over the surface to remove any remaining grease, dirt, wax or oil. try to rinse and wring out the cloth frequently so that the results are better.
many of the wood scratches can be fixed with putty. this product is available in a wide variety of colors and should be applied with a spatula so that the entire surface is smooth and even. if the hole to fill is very deep, apply several layers until you have filled it completely. once this is done, remove the excess putty with the spatula.
another frequent issue with wood involves white marks. this is very common for wooden 