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Construction Paper, Gel FX Crayons on Finished Wood (Paint, Stain, Varnish)

Wash surface with cleanser and wipe.

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  • Cleaning Materials
    None

    Finished wood and wood surfaces: If you have a Color Wonder stain on wood, please call 1-800-CRAYOLA for removal assistance.

  • Cleaning Materials
    All Purpose Cleaner Windex or Formula 409
    Oxiclean Cleaner
    Paper Towels

    Wipe the surface with paper towels to remove as much of the stain as possible. Spray the area with an all-purpose cleaner and wipe with paper towels. If a color stain remains, spray an Oxi-Clean product and wipe away. Repeat as needed.Special Precautions/Notes: If two Globbles touch each other in a storage container, the color from one may transfer to the other. Nothing can be done to remediate the color transfer.
  • 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
    Paper Towels
    Scrub Brush
    Kaboom
    Liquid Dish Soap Preferred Dawn or Joy
    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
    Soft Cloth
    Soft Scrub Bleach Nonabrasive Cleanser
    Water

    Apply Soft Scrub with bleach to a soft cloth and wipe the stain. After stain is removed, wipe the surface with a damp cloth to remove any residue.

    Special Note:
    The stain may not be removable from flat paint with the above products. You may need to lightly sand the stained area to remove all color and then repaint.

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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.

Call 800-272-9652 weekdays between 9 AM and 4 PM ET if you have further questions.

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.

Call 800-272-9652 weekdays between 9 AM and 4 PM ET if you have further questions.