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Can candle wax be removed by using a hot iron?

Ironing candle wax between blotting paper drives the stain deeper into the fabric. This process is widely used, but not recommended. It more permanently sets the dye from the candle and makes it difficult for the detergent or solvent to reach the wax portion of the stain.


Reference: "Quick'n Easy Stain Removal", Pm-858 Iowa State University Extension
Related Information:
Consumer Choices: Getting Better Laundry Results - pdf file [http://www.extension.iastate.edu/Publications/PM1664.pdf]
 
Quick 'n Easy Stain Removal [Extension, http://www.extension.iastate.edu/Publications/PM858.pdf]
 
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