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Melted CRAYON stains on Clothes and in Dryer
About this Tip:
how to remove crayon from clothes and dryer drum
How to:
- On clothes scrape off as much crayon as possible with a dull straight edge
- Apply a quality grease removing dish washing liquid to the stain *
- Work in with a soft brush, such as a toothbrush
- Allow to soak for at least 30 minutes
- Rub fabric under warm water to remove crayon
- Machine wash using the hottest water for the fabric type, check the care label, Using an all-fabric bleach
- Allow to air dry to be sure the stain is gone, if not, treat it again
- For the clothes dryer drum, rub the stained areas with paper towels to remove all you can
- Use a magic eraser to remove the rest
- Run a load of damp rags through a cycle to be sure the dryer is clean
Warnings & Cautions:
Never put clothes in the dryer until you know the stain is gone
Linda Says:
I suggest Dawn Ultra Dish Washing Liquid for this process. It is a great grease remover.
