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Modeling Clay on Glass and Porcelain

Spray the stained area with All Purpose cleaner and wipe the paper towel.  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.

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  • Cleaning Materials
    Dull Knife or Metal Spoon
    Carpet Cleaner Spot Shot or Oxiclean Based Cleaning Product Preferred

    Scrape off as much clay as possible. Vacuum the area.  If stain persists, use a carpet cleaning product per the manufacturer's direction.  Repeat as needed.

  • Cleaning Materials
    Cotton Balls
    Dull Knife or Metal Spoon
    Ice Cubes
    Nail Polish Remover
    Rubbing Alcohol

    Scrape off as much clay as possible. Use ice cubes to chill the clay making it easier to scrape away.  Saturate a cotton ball with nail polish remover and blot the stained area. Repeat as needed.  Rubbing alcohol is a good substitute for nail polish remover.

  • Cleaning Materials
    Paper Towels
    Sponge
    Liquid Dish Soap Preferred Dawn or Joy
    All Purpose Cleaner Windex or Formula 409

    Scrape off as much clay as possible.  Spray the area with All Purpose cleaner and wipe with paper towels.  Remove any remaining residue with a sponge dampened with warm water and liquid dish soap.  Rinse with water.  Repeat as needed.



    FOR STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES - Use any stainless steel cleaning product per the manufacturer’s direction. Repeat as needed.

  • Cleaning Materials
    Paper Towels
    Plastic Paint Scraper
    Soft Bristle Brush
    Spray Bottle With Water

    Scrape or brush off excess dry or wet clay with a plastic paint scraper or soft bristle brush. Spray area with water and continue to wipe clean with paper towels. If stain or white residue remains, repeat procedure.

  • Cleaning Materials
    All Purpose Cleaner
    Glass Cleaner Any Brand

    Use all purpose cleaner or any brand glass cleaner according to the directions on the container.

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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.