Careful removal methods allow you to get the melted crayon out of the pan without scratching the surface or leaving an unpleasant-tasting crayon was residue behind.
Things You Will Need
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Set your hairdryer on the "Low" to "Medium" heat setting. Hold the hairdryer approximately 1 foot above the crayon stains in the pan.
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Heat the crayon stains until softened. Scoop the softened crayon out of the pan with a spoon. Discard the crayon substance.
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Remove any waxy crayon residue by liquefying it with the hairdryer. Lay a paper towel over the crayon to absorb the melted wax. Discard the towels.
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Pour white vinegar into the pan to cover the remaining crayon residue. Heat the pan to warm the vinegar.
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Move the pan to the kitchen sink. Scrub inside the pan with a nylon mesh scrubber. Pour the vinegar out of the pan.
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Fill the pan with warm water. Add five drops of dishwashing detergent and 2 tablespoons of baking soda to the water. Scrub the pan to remove the rest of the crayon stain.
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Rinse the pan with warm water. Dry it with a lint-free kitchen towel.
The Drip Cap
- Leftover and broken crayon pieces make inexpensive craft supplies for homemade stained glass window decorations and candles.
- Remove any waxy crayon residue by liquefying it with the hairdryer.
- Pour white vinegar into the pan to cover the remaining crayon residue.
- Move the pan to the kitchen sink.
- Fill the pan with warm water.