Wax on Cotton/Linen

How to Remove Candle Wax from Tablecloths

Don't pick at it. Melt it.

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Required Supplies

  • Common Household Items

The Logic Verdict

Iron and Paper. Transfer the wax to the paper.

The Science

Wax melts with heat. Paper absorbs it.

Step-by-Step Removal

  1. Freeze: Put an ice cube on it to snap off the big chunks.
  2. Sandwich: Place the stain between two brown paper bags (or paper towels).
  3. Iron: Iron over the paper on low heat. The wax will melt into the paper.
  4. Move Paper: Keep moving to a clean spot on the paper until all wax is absorbed.

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