Candle wax removal instructions for fabrics, furniture, carpet and candle holders
By Alia Kube
Candle wax removal instructions for fabrics, furniture, carpet and candle holders
Washable Fabrics
For candle wax removal from washable fabrics all you need is an iron, brown paper and clean absorbent cloth. First allow the wax to harden, either place it in the freezer of use ice in a plastic bag. Then chip off as much wax as you can. For the remainder of the wax, place the fabric between two pieces of brown paper or an absorbent cloth and iron over the stain on a low setting. As the wax comes through onto the paper replace it with a clean piece. You can increase the temperature of the iron slowly if it is not working. Any remaining stains can be treated with dry cleaning solvent or wax away, a candle wax removal solvent. When finished wash the item in the hottest water that the material can handle.
Non-washable fabrics, Furniture and carpet
For candle wax removal from non-washable fabrics, follow the instructions above, but take the item to the dry cleaners instead of washing it. For carpets and furnishings you can use the above method of candle wax removal, but use paper with a clean absorbent cloth over top. Be careful with carpets as they can melt easily, so use a low setting on the iron. It is also a good idea to do a test in a closet or other area that wont be noticed. Don't be in a hurry when removing wax from carpet, as the process will probably have to be repeated several times.
Candle Holders
Most candle holders can be placed in the freeze to make the wax hard and brittle so that it can be easily removed. You can also soak holders in a warm tub of water to loosen the wax. Don't use your sink because wax can clog the drain. A knife or spoon covered with a thin soft cloth can be used to scrap off excess wax without damaging the finish of the candle holder.
Candle wax removal is fairly easy, it just takes some patience. Most often an iron and either brown paper or an absorbent cloth will work, but there are liquid candle wax removal kits that can help get the job done.
Learn more about where to buy candle wax removal kits.
About the Author:
Alia is the successful author and publisher of All-About-Candles.net. She has written articles on candle safety, their use in decorating and how to make them yourself at home.
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