Ah, the joys of candles: they bring a cozy atmosphere to any room. But what happens when you let your guard down and a fallen candle or hot wax melts onto your glass coffee table? Never fear – with a few simple steps, you can get rid of that pesky wax without having to call in an expensive professional. So sit back, relax, and read on to find out the quick and easy way to get candle wax off your glass coffee table!
The Removal Process: Before you start, make sure to cover the surrounding area with newspaper or a towel. This will protect your table and keep any melted wax from making a mess. Now, take a hairdryer (on the lowest setting) and direct it at the wax for around 30 seconds until it is soft enough to scrape off with a butter knife (don’t press too hard). You can also freeze the area by covering it with an ice pack or freezing bag for around 5 minutes, which makes the wax brittle and easier to remove. After all of the wax has been removed, use a clean cloth and some warm water to wipe away any residue.
Materials Needed: For this process you’ll need some newspaper/towel for protection, a hairdryer (or ice pack/freezing bag), a butter knife, a clean cloth and some warm water.
Cleaning Tips and Tricks: If there are any difficult spots that won’t come off easily, you can use rubbing alcohol (or olive oil) to dissolve them. Make sure to test this on an inconspicuous spot before applying it directly onto your glass coffee table! Additionally, if your table has intricate details or designs, using dental floss can help get into those hard-to-reach places without scratching the surface of your furniture.
Prevention Techniques: To prevent candle wax from spilling onto your glass coffee table in the future, make sure that candles are placed in stable holders that are high enough off of your furniture so that nothing can fall down onto its surface accidentally. Additionally, never leave burning candles unattended – even if they seem like they’re completely out after blowing them out!
Conclusion: As long as you follow these steps carefully, you should be able to easily remove candle wax from your glass coffee table without causing any damage. In addition to following these instructions for cleaning up existing messes, remember to always practice caution when lighting candles near glass surfaces in order to avoid future problems.
