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Stain Tips

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  • Cleaning Materials
    409 Cleaner
    Sponge
    Mean Green
    Liquid Dish Soap
    FOR NON-STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES:

    1. Apply liquid dish soap directly to the stain.

    2. With a wet sponge, apply a circular motion to the stain.

    3. Rinse the area and sponge with water, and repeat as needed.

    4. Allow the area to air dry.

    5. If the stain persists, use a Degreaser, such as Mean Green or 409 according to the directions on the package.

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    409 Cleaner
    Mean Green
    Stiff Bristle Brush
    Liquid Dish Soap
    1. Apply liquid dish soap directly to the stain.

    2. Using a stiff bristle brush, apply a circular motion to the stain.

    3. Rinse with water, and repeat.

    4. If the stain persists, use a Degreaser, such as Mean Green or 409, according to the directions on the package.

  • Cleaning Materials
    409 Cleaner
    Mean Green
    Stiff Bristle Brush
    Liquid Dish Soap
    1. Apply liquid dish soap directly to the stain.

    2. Using a stiff bristle brush, apply a circular motion to the stain.

    3. Rinse with water and repeat as needed.

    4. If the stain persists, use a Degreaser , such as Mean Green or 409 according to the directions on the package.

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    Resolve Carpet Cleaner
    Spot Shot Carpet Stain Remover
    Sponge
    Soft Cloth
    Paper Towels
    Woolite Oxy Deep Carpet Cleaner
    1. Blot the stain with a dry paper towel until no more color can be removed.

    2. Use Resolve Carpet Cleaner, Spot Shot Carpet Cleaner or Woolite® Oxy Deep Carpet Cleaner according to the directions on the container.

    3. Blot the area with a paper towel, sponge or soft colorfast cloth. Continue blotting until the stain is removed. Be careful not to spread the stain.

    4. Vacuum the area when dry.

    5. If the stain remains, repeat steps 2-4.

  • Cleaning Materials
    409 Cleaner
    Mean Green
    Stiff Bristle Brush
    Liquid Dish Soap
    1. Apply liquid dish soap directly to the stain.

    2. Using a stiff bristle brush, apply a circular motion to the stain.

    3. Rinse with water and repeat as needed.

    4. If the stain persists, use a Degreaser, such as Mean Green or 409 according to the directions on the package.

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    Novus Plastic Polish
    Use according to the directions on the each container.

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    Resolve Carpet Cleaner
    Spot Shot Carpet Stain Remover
    Sponge
    Soft Cloth
    Paper Towels
    Woolite Oxy Deep Carpet Cleaner
    1. Blot the stain with a dry paper towel until no more color can be removed.

    2. Use Resolve Carpet Cleaner, Spot Shot Carpet Cleaner or Woolite® Oxy Deep Carpet Cleaner according to the directions on the container.

    3. Blot the area with a paper towel, sponge or soft colorfast cloth. Continue blotting until the stain is removed. Be careful not to spread the stain.

    4. Vacuum the area when dry.

    5. If the stain remains, repeat steps 2-4.

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    Laundry Detergent
    Oxiclean Powder
    Presoak the stained garment using either OxiClean powder or laundry detergent. Fill a bucket with two (2) gallons of water, as hot as possible for the garment and use one (1) scoop of laundry detergent or OxiClean powder. Soak for 30 minutes or longer. The longer you soak, the better your results. Wash as usual. Air dry. If the stain persists, presoak again with additional amount of laundry detergent and hotter water.

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    Clorox Chlorine Bleach
    Oxiclean Powder Laundry Detergent or Tidereg With Bleach
    Water As Hot as Possible for Garment
    Rinse garment in warm water to remove loose soil. Fully soak garment for 30 minutes in a solution of ¼ cup chlorine bleach with one (1) gallon of hot water or as hot a temperature as the garment can withstand. Launder as usual. Air dry.

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    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
    409 Cleaner
    Sponge
    Mean Green
    Liquid Dish Soap
    1. Apply liquid dish soap directly to the stain.

    2. With a wet sponge, apply a circular motion to the stain.

    3. Rinse the area and sponge with water, and repeat as needed.

    4. Allow to air dry.

    5. If the stain persists, use a Degreaser, such as Mean Green or 409, according to the directions on the package

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    Glass Cleaner Any Brand
    All Purpose Cleaner
    Use all purpose cleaner or any brand glass cleaner according to the directions on the container.

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    None
    Refer to manufacturer for stain removal recommendation.

  • Cleaning Materials
    None
    Refer to manufacturer for stain removal recommendation.

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    Sponge
    Liquid Dish Soap
    Apply liquid dish soap and warm water to a sponge. Wipe the area clean. Rinse with water and allow to air dry. Repeat procedure if stain is not removed.

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    Glass Cleaner Any Brand
    All Purpose Cleaner
    Use all purpose cleaner or any brand glass cleaner according to the directions on the container.

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    Sponge
    Soft Cloth
    Soft Scrub Mild Abrasive Cleanser
    Toothpaste
    Non-ivory piano keys: Use Soft Scrub with a damp sponge, work in a circular motion and wipe with a damp clean soft cloth.

    True ivory piano keys: Use toothpaste with a damp sponge, work in a circular motion and wipe with a damp clean soft cloth.

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    Mr Clean Magic Eraser
    Soft Scrub
    All Purpose Cleaner
    Liquid Dish Soap
    1. Using a colorfast soft cloth, wipe off as much of the stain as possible.

    2. Fill a small container with liquid dish soap and water.

    3. Dip the sponge in the soapy water.

    4. Gently rub the stain in a circular motion with the sponge. Make sure to rinse the sponge in the container as often as needed.

    5. Allow to dry.

    6. Repeat steps 2-4 until no more color can be removed.

    7. If the stain remains, try using Soft Scrub, an all-purpose cleaner, or a Mr. Clean® Magic Eraser according to the directions on the label.

  • Cleaning Materials
    Mr Clean Magic Eraser
    Soft Scrub
    Liquid Dish Soap
    1. Using a colorfast soft cloth, wipe off as much of the stain as possible.

    2. Fill a small container with liquid dish soap and water.

    3. Dip the sponge in the soapy water.

    4. Gently rub the stain in a circular motion with the sponge. Make sure to rinse the sponge in the container as often as needed.

    5. Allow to dry.

    6. Repeat steps 2-4 until no more color can be removed.

    7. If the stain remains, try using Soft Scrub, an all-purpose cleaner, or a Mr. Clean® Magic Eraser according to the directions on the label.

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    Formula 49reg
    Mean Green
    Stiff Bristle Brush
    Liquid Dish Soap
    1. Apply liquid dish soap directly to the stain.

    2. Using a stiff bristle brush, apply a circular motion to the stain.

    3. Rinse with water, and repeat.

    4. If the stain persists, use a Degreaser, such as Mean Green or 409, according to the directions on the package.

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    Novus Plastic Polish 3 Step System Available Through Internet
    We recommend using Novus Plastic Polish three-part cleaning kit and following its designated instructions. This kit can be purchased at many online retailers.

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    All Purpose Cleaner
    Liquid Dish Soap
    1. Using a colorfast soft cloth, wipe off as much of the stain as possible.

    2. Fill a small container with liquid dish soap and water.

    3. Dip the sponge in the soapy water.

    4. Gently rub the stain in a circular motion with the sponge. Make sure to rinse the sponge in the container as often as needed.

    5. Allow to air dry.

    6. If the stain remains, use an all purpose cleaner according to the directions on the container.

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    Sponge
    Murphy Oil Soap
    Liquid Dish Soap
    1. Apply dish soap directly to the stain. Allow the soap to sit for an hour or more.

    2. Using a damp sponge and warm water, rub the area and rinse.

    3. If the silicone surface can be immersed in water, soak it in a bath of warm or hot water and dish soap for a few hours. Rinse and repeat, as needed.

    4. If stain remains, use Murphy’s Oil Soap according to packaging directions to remove any additional stains. Repeat as needed.

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    409 Cleaner
    Stainless Steel Cleaner
    Soft Cloth
    Mean Green
    1. Use a soft cloth with stainless steel cleaner according to directions on container.

    2. If the stain persists, use a soft cloth and a Degreaser, such as Mean Green or 409, according to the directions on the package.

    3. If the stain remains, spray cooking oil, such as PAM on the affected area. Let it soak for 5 minutes, and then rinse with soap and water using a soft cloth. Murphy's oil soap can also be used during this step according to the packaging directions.

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    Novus Plastic Polish 3 Step System Available Through Internet

    We recommend using Novus Plastic Polish three-part cleaning kit and following its designated instructions. This kit can be purchased at many online retailers.  

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    Resolve Carpet Cleaner
    Spot Shot Carpet Stain Remover
    Sponge
    Soft Cloth
    Paper Towels
    Woolite Oxy Deep Carpet Cleaner
    1. Blot the stain with a dry paper towel until no more color can be removed.

    2. Use Resolve Carpet Cleaner, Spot Shot Carpet Cleaner or Woolite® Oxy Deep Carpet Cleaner according to the directions on the container.

    3. Blot the area with a paper towel, sponge or soft colorfast cloth. Continue blotting until the stain is removed. Be careful not to spread the stain.

    4. Vacuum the area when dry.

    5. If the stain remains, repeat steps 2-4.

  • Cleaning Materials
    409 Cleaner
    Sponge
    Mean Green
    Liquid Dish Soap
    1. Apply liquid dish soap directly to the stain.

    2. With a wet sponge, apply a circular motion to the stain.

    3. Rinse the area and sponge with water, and repeat as needed.

    4. Allow the area to air dry.

    5. If the stain persists, use a Degreaser such as Mean Green or 409, according to the directions on the package.

  • Cleaning Materials
    409 Cleaner
    Sponge
    Mean Green
    Liquid Dish Soap
    1. Apply liquid dish soap directly to the stain.

    2. Using a sponge, apply a circular motion to the stain.

    3. Rinse with water and repeat.

    4. If the stain persists, use a Degreaser, such as Mean Green or 409, according to the directions on the package.

  • Cleaning Materials
    409 Cleaner
    Mean Green
    Stiff Bristle Brush
    Liquid Dish Soap
    1. Apply liquid dish soap directly to the stain.

    2. Using a stiff bristle brush, apply a circular motion to the stain.

    3. Rinse with water and repeat.

    4. If the stain persists, use a Degreaser, such as Mean Green or 409, according to the directions on the package.

    5. If the stain remains, use Murphy's oil soap according to the package directions.

  • Cleaning Materials
    Oxiclean Detergent
    Chlorine Bleach
    Laundry Detergent
    Machine wash with laundry detergent in hot water. Place soiled material into washing machine, making sure the detergent is completely dissolved. Air dry. Repeat if necessary. You may use OxiClean detergent for extra cleaning power according to the directions on the container.

    SPECIAL NOTE Optional: You may do a presoak using both laundry detergent and OxiClean detergent, no longer than 30 minutes. If left in presoak too long, drapery color may be removed. If the washable curtain is white, chlorine beach may be used according to the directions on the container. If drape/curtain is not washable: blot off as much stain as possible and consult a professional dry cleaner.

  • Cleaning Materials
    Oxiclean Detergent
    Chlorine Bleach
    Laundry Detergent
    Machine wash with laundry detergent in hot water. Place soiled material into washing machine, making sure the detergent is completely dissolved. Air dry. Repeat if necessary. You may use OxiClean detergent for extra cleaning power according to the directions on the container.

    SPECIAL NOTE Optional: You may do a presoak using both launddry detergent and OxiClean detergent, no longer than 30 minutes. If left in presoak too long, drapery color may be removed. If the washable curtain is white, chlorine beach may be used according to the directions on the container. If drape/curtain is not washable: blot off as much stain as possible and consult a professional dry cleaner.