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Paraffin

IMPORTANT
TREAT WITH CAUTION, THIS STAIN IS HIGHLY INFLAMMABLE.

  Washable Fabrics

 
Remove any excess, then sprinkle cornflour, talcum powder or fullers earth on to stain, allow to absorb as much of the paraffin as possible. Brush off, then use a commercial dry-cleaning solvent, after which wash as normal.
 
  Non Washable Fabrics

 
Remove excess with a dry cloth, then take to dry-cleaners.
 
  Carpets and Furnishings

 
Sprinkle cornflour, talcum powder or fullers earth on to the stain, allow to absorb as much of the paraffin as possible. Brush off, then dissolve washing up liquid in warm water and rub into the stain. Sponge off, if stain persists use a commercial stain remover. Shampoo if necessary.
 
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