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Dough on Finished Wood (Paint, Stain, Varnish)

Remove all large pieces of dried dough manually. Add liquid dish detergent to cold water. Wash the stain in a circulur motion using a sponge and rinse. If stain remains, apply Soft Scrub with a damp sponge, work in a circulur motion and rinse. If stain persists, saturate a cotton ball with rubbing alcohol. blot the stain and rinse.

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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
    Soft Cloth
    Sponge

    Rub away any dried paint with a soft cloth. Remove wet paint or any remaining stain with a damp sponge. If stain still remains, apply Soft Scrub with a soft cloth. Rinse.

  • Cleaning Materials
    Formula 49reg
    Paper Towels

    Spray product on surface according to the directions on container. Wipe with paper towels. If stain remains, repeat procedure.

  • 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.

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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.