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Wipe all stains with a damp sponge. If any stain remains, apply Soft Scrub with a damp sponge, work in a circular motion and rinse. If the stain persists, saturate a cotton ball with nail polish remover, blot the remaining stain and rinse.

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    Wipe all stains with a damp sponge. If any stain remains, apply Soft Scrub with a damp sponge, work in a circular motion and rinse. If stain remains, saturate a cotton ball with alcohol and blot the stain and rinse.

  • Cleaning Materials
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    Use according to directions on packaging. Repeat as necessary until stain is removed.

  • Cleaning Materials
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    Use Goo-Be-Gone according to the directions on the container. May also use all purpose cleaner according to the directions on the container. If stain remains, repeat procedure.

  • Cleaning Materials
    Cotton Balls
    Nail Polish Remover
    Soft Scrub Mild Abrasive Cleanser
    Sponge

    Brush and rinse as much of the watercolor from the surface as possible. Apply Soft Scrub with a damp sponge and rub in a circular motion toward the center of the stain, rinse and dry. If any stain remains, apply nail polish remover to a cotton ball, blot stain and rinse. Repeat if necessary.Special PrecautionsDo not use nail polish remover near an open flame.

  • 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.  Dry the area with paper towels.  Repeat as needed.

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