How to Remove Melted Crayon Stain

Crayon stains are common in households with small children. Some of the worst stains happen when the crayon is left in clothing that has been run through a clothes dryer. The heat from the dryer melts the wax in the crayon, leaving a mess on the fabric. Although the clothing may seem ruined, there is a way to remove the melted crayon stain and return the clothing to wearable condition.

Things You'll Need

• Knife
• Paper towels
• Spray lubricant
• Liquid dish soap
• Washing machine
• Color-safe bleach

Instructions

1. Place the blade of a dull knife, such as a butter knife against the melted crayon stain and scrape off as much of the crayon from the surface of the fabric as possible.

2. Lay a paper towel on a flat surface and then turn the fabric upside down on the paper towel so that the stain is against it.

3. Spray the back of the melted crayon stain thoroughly with a spray lubricant that is designed to loosen stuck locks and metal. Allow the material to sit undisturbed for five minutes.

4. Place 1 tsp. of liquid laundry detergent on the back of the stain and work it into the fabric using your hands to rub the fabric together.

5. Place the fabric into a washing machine filled with hot water and laundry detergent. Use the amount of detergent recommended on the detergent bottle. Run a normal wash cycle and then remove the fabric from the washer.

6. Allow the fabric to air dry.

Tips & Warnings

• Color-safe bleach can also be added to the washing machine to further remove melted crayon stains.

• The spray lubricant can also be applied to wood surfaces to remove melted crayon stains.

References

• Mrs. Clean USA: How To Remove Crayon Stains