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Seven Easy Ways To Clean Candle Holders

When you light a candle in a holder, it is only natural for the wax to drip down and create a mess on the holder whether brass or glass. It can also make a mess on your table cloth, if not placed properly or if the old wax is not removed.

To remove the wax from holders, many try scraping the wax out which leaves behind scratches on the holder, making it look ugly. To retain its beauty, there are some remedies that can help in removing wax from holders, whether glass or brass.

Here are some of the best remedies to remove wax from holders:

4 EASY WAYS TO REMOVE WAX FROM CLOTHES

Freeze It

Freeze It

The easiest remedy to remove wax from holders is to freeze it. Place the brass or glass holder in the refrigerator for an hour. When it turns cold, you can easily pull out the wax with your fingers.

Microwave It

Microwave It

You can microwave the holder only if it is made of glass. Microwave the glass holder for a minute to remove the wax from the holder easily.

Hair Dryers

Hair Dryers

One of the best remedies to remove wax from holders is to directly blow dry the candle holder with hot air. The hot air will loosen out the wax, making it easier for you remove it with your fingers.

Hot Water

Hot Water

Pouring hot water over the glass or brass candle holders does wonders in removing hard wax. If the wax is too stubborn, try soaking the candle holders in piping hot water or you can even boil the brass holders for 15 minutes.

Banana Peel

Banana Peel

One of the best remedies to remove wax from holders is by using a fresh banana peel. Rub the peel directly on the wax and using a scrubber, remove the wax gently from the candle holder.

Dish washing Liquid

Dish washing Liquid

Soak the candle holders in hot water and dish washing solution. Using a scrubber, scrub the wax from the holder. Continue to soak the holders in the solution for an hour or so. It will also provide it with a shine!

Using Tamarind

Using Tamarind

Tamarind is one of the best remedies to remove wax from brass holders. You need to first scrape out the wax from the holders. The tamarind and baking soda are combined together to make a mixture. The mixture is then scrubbed onto the holders to remove the extra wax.

Story first published: Friday, May 2, 2014, 17:11 [IST]
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