How to remove 'Goo Gone' stain from unfinished hardwood floor?

Question

I recently purchased a house with newly installed but unfinished hardwood floors. The stairs were covered in gooey making tape. I made the mistake of using goo gone on them, which worked great to get rid of the sticky mess, but left behind a stain in the wood (they look wet where the goo gone was applied). I'm afraid when I stain them those spots will be discolored or not take the stain at all since goo gone is a petroleum base. Any ideas on how to get rid of this greatly appreciated!!!

Answer 1

You'll probably have to sand it out.  (Be thankful it's UNfinished wood.)  In the future if you have sticky stuff that needs to be removed try a Mr. Clean Magic Eraser.  I've used it to get sticky residue off unfinished wood.  I've never had a problem with it.

Answer 2

If you sand the area and use a wood bleach to get rid of the stain, you should be fine.

Answer 3

Use a 2/3 water 1/3 vinegar mixture and dab your stairs with it. The water has to be above room temperature but not boiling.