Wood Table Water Damage Bubble. Iron the swollen wood by pressing it down motionless on the wood for a few seconds. Wipe off any visible water on wood with a dry rag.

Place the soft, clean cloth on the water stains on the wood. Iron the swollen wood by pressing it down motionless on the wood for a few seconds. Plug in the pressing iron to power and set the iron to a low temperature or level of heat.