Treat stains as soon as possible after staining. The older the stain, the more difficult it will be to remove.
All stain removal methods should be applied prior to laundering washable garments. Stains that have been laundered and dried are almost impossible to remove.
For a few spots, follow treatment below. For a washer or dryer load of crayon marked textile items, dry clean in coin-operated dry cleaning machines or take to a commercial dry cleaner. If fabric can be safely washed in hot water, use laundry detergent and 1 cup of baking soda.
For information on how to clean crayon from the interior of a washer or dryer tub, call the local dealer that sells your brand of appliance or call the "800" number of the appliance manufacturer for instructions.
Treatment to follow for a few spots:
Scrape off surface wax with dull knife. Place stain between clean paper towels and press with a warm, dry iron setting. Move paper towels frequently to absorb wax and avoid transferring stains. After removing as much stain as possible this way, place stain area face down on clean paper towels. Sponge stain area with non-flammable dry cleaning solvent such as Energine. Let dry. Launder. If any color remains, rewash using a bleach safe for fabric.
Chlorine bleach is not recommended for use with silk, wool or Spandex because it will yellow and weaken the fibers. Chlorine bleach will lighten colored fabrics. Use an oxygen bleach such as Clorox 2 for colored fabrics.
For specific questions concerning Crayola brand crayons, call 1-800- CRAYOLA.
Scrape off surface wax with dull knife. Cover stained area with several layers of paper toweling and press lightly with a warm (not hot) iron until all wax is removed. Be careful not to melt fibers with iron. Shampoo, let dry, then vacuum. Some colors, particularly red, may leave a dye stain that is difficult or impossible to remove. Try applying dry cleaning solvent such as Energine. Blot using clean towel as long as color is removed. (Test cleaning fluids in inconspicuous area to make sure carpet coloring is not removed). Shampoo to remove cleaning fluid.
1993-bc (revised 9-94)
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