'I'm a cleaning expert - remove candle wax wax stains in one simple step'
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The festive season brings joy, but it also means inevitable spills, splashes, and stains. Whether it’s a red wine mishap, gravy spill, or candle wax dribble, these holiday blunders can be tough to clean. Cleaning expert Sarah Dempsey from MyJobQuote has shared her best stain-removal hacks to help everyone manage the Christmas clean-up without the stress. The key to getting stains out is tackling things quickly as this prevents them from staining. From oil to glitter, Sarah’s expert tips will save you time and effort, leaving your home spotless for the next celebration, the Daily Mail reports.
Oil stains. Oil stains on clothing can be a major issue, especially around Christmas dinner. Sarah suggests dabbing the stain with dish soap or laundry detergent, then washing the garment on the hottest setting safe for the fabric. For carpets, sprinkle baking soda over the oil, leave for five minutes to absorb, then vacuum. Afterward, scrub the area with dish soap to lift any remaining residue.
Candle wax splatter. Candle wax is a popular decoration but can easily splatter onto clothes, carpets, or tablecloths. For clothing, scrape off excess wax, then use a hairdryer on low heat over a paper towel to absorb the wax. For carpets, gently scrape off excess wax, apply heat with an iron and a cloth to loosen the wax, and finish with rubbing alcohol to treat any remaining stain. On wood floors, soften the wax with a hairdryer, gently scrape it off with a cloth, and clean the surface with a water-vinegar solution.
