Removal of candle wax on PVC

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The removal of candle wax that has dripped onto PVC hardly appears to be a problem at first. But that looks different if the plastic is a sensitive object, such as an old vinyl record. This is how you can get this clean too.

Rub the wax away like this.
Rub the wax away like this.

What you need:

  • gentle warmth
  • absorbent paper
  • Isopropanol
  • razor blade
  • Washing-up liquid

Removal of wax from insensitive PVC

  • If you have a smooth, non-engraved PVC surface, such as a floor, you should remove thick layers by gently running a razor under it.
  • You can rub off thin residues by placing the blade vertically on it and at right angles to the cutting edge over the wax travel.
  • You can simply wash off the last residue with hot water.

Remove candle wax from sensitive surfaces

Let's assume that the candle wax dripped onto a vinyl record. This is now firmly in the grooves that have been dug in the PVC to store the music. The problem you now have is that you must not damage the grooves, so there is no way you can scrape it off.

  • Spread absorbent paper over the candle wax. Gently heat the paper with a hair dryer. You can also put the paper on the heater and put the record with the wax facing down on it. Attention, do not heat the plate above 60 ° C under any circumstances.
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  • Another good method is to put water at around 65 ° C in a bowl and dissolve a few drops of washing-up liquid in it. Submerge the plate as a whole. She should just lie in the water. Take a clean bowl or place a clean cloth on the bottom of the bowl to prevent scratching the plate. After a while, the wax will come off the plate. You can also gently help with your fingers.
  • Since PVC is not attacked by Isopranol and this dissolves fat very well, you can also use this substance to remove candle wax. You can also heat the alcohol in a water bath to around 60 ° C and then drizzle it next to and on the wax. Work in a well-ventilated area. Do not smoke, drink or eat while handling the fabric.

It is even possible to remove records.

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