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Stain Removal- Ink on Wood
Asked by M.B. from Minneapolis
on August 24, 2006
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Help!
My husband used a piece of red construction paper as a coaster under a cold drink, on my wood dining room table. We now have a large red rectangle right in t...
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- I have found that goo-gone works for alot of stuff.. From taking color crayons and markers off walls and tables to getting sticky stuff off as well... Try it it might ...
- Don't know if this will work, but the Mister Clean magic eraser works on just about everything. I'd test it on a discreet area first, though. Also, Target has some c...
- Have you tried Mr.Clean's Magic Eraser? My daughter used a permanent marker on her wood table and on our wood floor. The stains are gone! (Test it in an inconspicuo...
Getting White Out Out of Shirt
Asked by S.F. from Cleveland
on March 21, 2009
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Help! I dropped the little wand while using the White Out. I was wearing one of my husband's navy polo shirts. How do you get this out???
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- Step 1. Use WD 40 liberally on both sides of the stain. Allow the WD-40 to penetrate through the stain. The stain will begin to loosen. Test by touching the stain. S...
- When I worked in offices back in the 80's, white out had a clear liquid thinner that you could use to thin out the dried product. I wonder if they still have this and...
- Did you try like goof off or something like that? I would bet you havet og et a new shirt though. Can it just kind of chip off or is it a smudge?
Nail Polish on White Carpet!
Asked by C.S. from Dallas
on January 28, 2008
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Anyone know how to get finger nail polish out of the carpet???
Thanks!
What's Your Secret to Getting Out Tough Stains?
Asked by L.R. from Chicago
on July 26, 2009
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Laundry expert moms - please help! My son has eaten a couple of Chef Boy-R-Dee products lately and I cannot seem to get out those greasy/tomato-y stains out of his cl...
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- IN my laundry room I keep a 'biz' bucket. I throw stained stuff in there and the night before laundry day I presoak everything in biz. It's in the laundry section a...
- I use OxyClean for EVERYTHING - but with tomato based ones I use a couple of sprays of Spray & Wash and then soak in Oxy for an hour or two. Wash and check stain. If s...
- I use spray and wash stain stick on most of our stubborn stains. the main thing is, if you do wash something and the stain doesn't come all the way out, DO NOT PUT THE...
HELP! Spilled Nail Polish on Ceramic Tile Floor!!!
Asked by V.H. from Peoria
on July 24, 2008
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Yesterday while I was at work my daughter spilled a bottle of pink nail polish in her bathroom. It has brand new ceramic tile with cream colored grout. She tried to ...
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- the magic erasers or a steam cleaner should loosen it up
- Hi V.: You could try everyone elses ideas, but if you are still having trouble getting that nail polish off and do not want to use a harsh or toxic products, please...
- I would just use acetone nail polish remover. That should work. You will probably have to use a scrub brush to get it all. Good luck!
Self-tanning Lotion Stains
Asked by C.J. from Dallas
on July 3, 2008
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I used some self-tanning lotion last year and it left stains on my knees. I have tried everything I can think of but the stains just won't go away. It's been over a ...
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- Try lemon - rub the rind over the stain. I've had it remove stubborn stains from my skin - it is also good for pain. Good luck!
- weird. Have you tried scrubbing them with the foot pumice and body scrub? what about skin lightening bleach?
- After a year you should have naturally shed your epidermis. The skin that you had a year ago is gone. I would recommend seeing a doctor. By the way, which product d...
I Need to Remove Tincture of Merthiolate Stains
Asked by M.F. from San Francisco
on September 21, 2008
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I spilled tincture of merthiolate on my bathroom counter. I've tried kaboom, scrubbing and bleach but the stubborn stain won't come off. any ideas?
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- MAgic eraser works great on a ton of stuff- but I love peroxide too! :-)
- try hydrogen peroxide, it seems to be the new "does everything" product. the mr clean magic eraser might help also. Merthiolate is some crazy stuff, my husband loves...
- try oxy clean powder and let it sit for a while... what is tinture of merthiolate anyway.. good luck
Remedy for Crayon Stains!!
Asked by D.M. from Atlanta
on March 26, 2009
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Ladies-
I washed laundry with 2 crayons in my son's jean pocket. I did not realize it until I took the clothes out of the dryer!! Ugh! Brand new dark solid t-shirts,...
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- I feel your pain! My son put some Crayola washable crayons in his pockets and I didn't realize until after they'd been washed and dried in a load of brand new light c...
- There is a product called "Sard Wonder Soap" that would work. The only problem with this is it's not sold in stores here in the U.S. I believe you can search it on the...
- Goo gone...you can get it at walmart, publix. Have used it works well.
Seeking Tip on Removing Sunscreen from Clothes
Asked by S.K. from Dallas
on March 24, 2009
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Hello! I'm hoping you have some ideas about removing sunscreen from a pair of denim shorts and a cotton shirt. I thought that I had it packed well, but discovered that...
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- Before washing it, put some talc powder or baking soda on the stained areas. Let it sit over nite. I dripped oil on one of my shirts and used Lotrimin powder (it's w...
- I second the Dawn. It works great on grease stains.
- I would try Dawn as a pre-treater on the clothes then wash in hot water. Do not dry them in the dryer until you are sure the stains are out or the heat will set them....
How Do I Battle a Stubborn Spaghetti Stain!!
Asked by B.S. from Tampa
on March 25, 2009
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Hi moms. My stain treating arsenal is well stocked and I've tried everything to get a sauce stain off a shirt. I tried soaking in oxy clean and hot water overnight, a ...
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- Try spraying with Dreft Stain Spray, then soak in boiling soappy water. That almost always does the trick for me.
- Use the Oxy Clean in the spray bottle and spray it on the stain. I buy it at Walmart. Then rub in some Dawn dish soap. That should do it. I do this for grease, oil, et...
- You need Nature Bright and Fresh Laundry Concentrate from Shaklee. 2 T of each in a bucket of warm water. Soak for several days. It gets everything out without hars...
