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Cleaning Materials
Dull Knife or Metal Spoon
Paper Towels
Gently scrape with a dull knife and lot with a paper towel, removing as much oil pastel as possible. Be careful not to cause additional damage to the fabric. Consult a professional dry cleaner. -
Cleaning Materials
409 Cleaner
ONLY Black, Blue, Golden Brown, Gray, Medium Brown, Red, Slate Gray, True Blue and White can be removed with 409 cleaner. ALL OTHER colors cannot be removed with any other cleaning agent. -
Cleaning Materials
Water
Wash with water. On unfinished marble, pastels will leave a residual stain. -
Cleaning Materials
Dull Knife or Metal Spoon
Carpet Cleaner Spot Shot or Oxiclean Based Cleaning Product Preferred
Amodex Ink Stain Remover Optional
Scrape off as much crayon as possible. Use carpet cleaner per the manufacturer's direction. Repeat as needed.
ALTERNATE SUGGESTION: Amodex Ink & Stain remover should be used per the manufacturer's directions. Available by calling 1-800-624-7367 or www.Fahrneyspens.com or Amazon.com.
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Cleaning Materials
Paper Towels
Sponge
Liquid Dish Soap Preferred Dawn or Joy
All Purpose Cleaner Windex or Formula 409
Mr Clean Magic Eraser
Spray the stained area with All Purpose cleaner and wipe with paper towels. If stain persists, dampen a sponge with warm water and liquid dish soap to work the area in a circular motion. Rinse with water. Repeat as needed.
ALTERNATIVE SUGGESTION: Mr. Clean Magic Eraser can be used per the manufacturer's direction.