How to Get Melted Crayons Out of a Pan
Leftover and broken crayon pieces make inexpensive craft supplies for homemade stained glass window decorations and candles. If melted crayon is left in the pan, it quickly hardens. Removing the melted crayon is not difficult, but you must do it in a way that doesn't damage the pan itself.
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
- Hairdryer
- Spoon
- Paper towels
- Trash bag
- White vinegar
- Nylon mesh scrubber
- Dishwashing detergent
- 2 tablespoons baking soda
- Kitchen towel
Tip
Spray the pan with baking spray before melting crayons to make the residue easier to remove.
Warning
Scraping the pan or using abrasive cleaners can damage the surface of some pans, such as nonstick or cast iron pans.
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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.
References
Writer Bio
Mary Ylisela is a former teacher with a Bachelor of Arts in elementary education and mathematics. She has been a writer since 1996, specializing in business, fitness and education. Prior to teaching, Ylisela worked as a certified fitness instructor and a small-business owner.
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