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Regular Crayons on Unfinished Wood (Untreated/Raw)

Apply rubbing alcohol to a soft cloth and wipe stain. If stain remains, repeat until stain is removed.

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  • Cleaning Materials
    Kaboom Ultra Soft Scrub Soft Cream Cleanser
    Mr Clean Magic Eraser
    Oxiclean Cleaner
    Paper Towels

    Wipe the stain with a paper towel. Apply Kaboom Ultra Soft Scrub and allow to rest on the area for a few minutes. Wipe off with paper towel. If stain persists, use OxiClean All Purpose cleaner or Mr. Clean Magic Eraser as directed on packaging. Repeat as needed. NOTE: Ghosting may persist. Regrouting may be necessary.
  • Cleaning Materials
    Paper Towels
    Scrub Brush
    Liquid Dish Soap Preferred Dawn or Joy
    Kaboom
    Water
    Goof Off Cleaner

    Wet the stained area and apply liquid dish soap.  Work the area using a scrub brush in a circular motion.  Rinse with water.  The stain may be lighter.  Wet the area again and apply Kaboom cleaner, use a scrub brush to work the area, keeping it moist up to 30 minutes.  Rinse with water.  Allow the area to dry.  If stains remain, apply Goof Off and blot off with paper towels.  Rinse with water.  Repeat as needed.
  • Cleaning Materials
    Liquid Dish Soap
    Scrub Brush
    Goof Off Cleaner
    Krud Kutter Preferred Productavailable at Home Depot Lowes Ace Hardware Amazoncom

    Wet the stained area and apply liquid dish soap.  Work the area using a scrub brush in a circular motion.  Rinse with water.  The stain may be lighter.  Wet the area again and apply Goof Off, use a scrub brush to work the area.  Rinse with water.  Allow the area to dry.  If stains remain, apply Krud Kutter and use a scrub brush to work the area.   Rinse with water.  Repeat as needed.
  • Cleaning Materials
    Paper Towels
    Soft Cloth
    Zep Cleaner All Purpose Citrus Cleaner Available at Home Depot

    Use according to the directions on the container. Repeat as necessary until stain is removed.
  • Cleaning Materials
    Sponge
    Paper Towels
    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.  Dry the area with paper towels.  Repeat as needed.

    ALTERNATIVE SUGGESTION:  Mr. Clean Magic Eraser can be used per the manufacturer's direction.

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We are happy to offer stain removal suggestions as a service to consumers. While our methods were tested successfully, we can't guarantee results. Test each suggestion on an inconspicuous area first. Consult a professional cleaner if needed. Recommended brands are effective, but others may work too. Methods are for adult use only. Check containers for use and warnings.

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