Candlelight sets a romantic mood. A sip of wine. Gentle music. At some point, the wax from the candle drips onto your precious silverware, wooden dining room table or sleeve. You need to get rid of the wax stain quickly. Check out how to do it!
How to remove wax stains from linen, fiberglass, artificial silk, silk and wool? First, put ice on the stain – this way you can get rid of it easier. Then carefully scrape off the excess wax, place an absorbent pad under the stain and rinse with a stain remover. Now wait for it to dry. Repeat the mentioned steps if needed
If you want to remove candle wax stains from acrylic, cotton, linen, modacrylic, nylon, olefin, polyester, spandex or wool fabric, follow these steps. Carefully scrape off the excess wax. Then place the stained area between two pieces of white tissue paper and press down with a warm iron. Change the paper as it absorbs the stain
Remember that the stain can spread quickly, so take extra care when ironing. On sturdy fabrics, white cotton or linen, try dousing the stained area with boiling water. Wait for it to dry
If any marks remain, use a stain remover. If any dye remains, wash it off with a 1:2 mixture of spirit and water, but do not use it on acrylic or modacrylic. Finally, rinse with clean water and dry.
If you want to remove traces of wax from the carpet, place a sheet of absorbent kitchen paper over the area and iron at a fairly low temperature. Be careful not to let the iron touch the carpet’s bristles, or it may burn and melt. Continue moving the paper around for maximum absorption. Follow these steps until you have removed all the wax. Resistant dye or stain will get rid of with a few drops of methylated spirits (test on a barely visible area first in case of discoloration)
Wondering how to remove wax stains from wood surfaces? Scrape off the hard wax with your fingernail or a plastic spatula. Remove the remaining marks with a cloth, then polish as usual. If heat stains have appeared, rub the wood grain with metal polish.
Do you want to remove wax from acrylic plastic, alabaster, aluminum, bamboo, brass, bronze, ceramics/ceramic tiles? Or are you going to get rid of wax stains from concrete, copper, enamel, tile, glass, gold, granite, grout, marble, porcelain, stainless steel, terrazzo or vinyl? If so, you must first freeze the surface. Wait for the wax to harden, then gently scrape it off. Be careful not to scratch the surface. Wipe with a sponge soaked in a solution of baking soda or detergent and water. Rinse well and wipe dry
Do you want to remove wax stains from felt? If so, follow these steps. Freeze the surface to harden the wax. Then very carefully scrape away the residue. Be careful not to shred the felt fibers. If any residue remains, try brushing gently with a stiff bristle brush. In extreme cases, use a razor blade to gently scrape away. Be sure to do this only when warranted. This is because there is a risk of damaging the fibers.
Wondering how to get rid of wax stains from leather or suede? Put ice cubes in a plastic bag and place it on the stain to harden the wax. Then gently scrape off the residue. If a residue remains, mix a thick paste of fuller’s earth with water and apply it to the stain. Wait for it to dry. Now carefully wipe it off with a toothbrush or soft bristle brush. Repeat if necessary. After removing the stain, apply a skin conditioner (on the skin only).
Have you noticed wax stains on silver? Apply ice cubes to them first to harden the wax. Carefully scrape off with a plastic spatula. Then wash the silver in hot soapy water. Finally, rinse in clean, hot water and wipe dry immediately to prevent tarnishing.
