How To Remove Wax From Candles From A Tablecloth (Without Leaving Traces).
Wax spilled on the tablecloth during a candlelit dinner?
It often happens at Christmas when we have decorated the table.
The concern is that candle wax is particularly tough to remove!
In addition, it often leaves a beautiful oily and colored stain on the fabric ...
Fortunately, there is a simple and effective way to remove candle wax from a tablecloth without leaving a streak.
The trick is to use a hair dryer and white vinegar. Look :
What you need
- hair dryer
- absorbent paper
- absorbent cloth
- White vinegar
- Hot water
- cloth
How to do
1. Soften the wax by heating it with the hair dryer.
2. Dab with absorbent paper to remove as much wax as possible.
3. Mix the water and white vinegar in equal parts.
4. Soak the absorbent cloth with this mixture.
5. Rub the stain with the soaked cloth.
6. Dry the area with the dry absorbent cloth.
7. Machine wash the tablecloth as usual.
Results
And There you go ! The wax stain on your beautiful tablecloth has completely disappeared :-)
Easy, fast and efficient, isn't it?
And you don't even need to buy a stain remover!
You can also use an iron to heat up the wax.
The stain does not leave greasy and colored marks on the fabric.
This trick works for all types of tablecloth: cotton, polyester and linen.
Why does it work?
By heating the stain with the hair dryer, the wax will begin to melt.
It is therefore easier to remove it from the fibers of the web.
The paper towel absorbs all wax residues, even those embedded in the fabric.
White vinegar degreases and loosens fabric without using chemicals.
Your turn...
Have you tried this grandmother's trick for removing candle wax from a tablecloth? Tell us in the comments if it worked for you. We can't wait to hear from you!
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Also to discover:
The Super Effective Trick To Remove Candle Wax From Furniture.
The Trick To Remove Wax From Hanging Candles In A Glass.
