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Modeling Clay on Metal

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
    Dull Knife or Metal Spoon
    Soft Bristle Brush
    Spray Bottle With Water

    Allow the air-dry clay to dry before proceeding with removal. Scrape off excess air-dry clay with dull knife or metal spoon. Brush dried air-dry clay with a soft bristle brush to remove from carpet. A light water spray may be used to remove the dust from the surface. If stain remains, repeat procedure.

  • 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
    Cotton Balls
    Dull Knife or Metal Spoon
    Liquid Dish Soap Preferred Dawn or Joy
    Rubbing Alcohol
    Sponge

    Allow No-Bake Sculpting Clay to dry overnight. Scrape off clay with a dull-edge knife or metal spoon. Add liquid dish detergent to water. Wash the stain away with the soapy water and sponge and rinse. If any stain remains, saturate a cotton ball with rubbing alcohol, blot the stain and rinse.

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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.