How to Get Candle Wax Out of Carpet

Candle lights usually create an ambient mood at home. Unfortunately, candle wax spills can be discouraging. It will ruin the appearance of your carpet.

So, you should learn how to get candle wax out of your carpet if you enjoy candle lights at home.

Here are different ways of getting candle wax out of the carpet.

1. Vinegar Solution

Step-by-step process

1. Dilute ¼ cup white vinegar with ¾ cup water
2. Transfer the vinegar solution to a spray bottle and shake well until it mixes
3. Spray the solution on the candle wax stain
4. Let the solution get absorbed in the carpet fabric for about 30 minutes.
5. Place a clean towel over the stained area
6. Leave the solution on the carpet until the wax gets absorbed

2. Dish Soap and Water

Step-by-step process

1. Lay a paper towel over the candle wax to absorb the melted wax
2. Scrape off the candle wax using your butter knife
3. Mix 1oz clear dish soap and 12oz water and put the solution in a spray bottle
4. Blot the area with the dish soap solution
5. Vacuum the area.

3. Heating Method

Step-by-step process

1. Wrap an ice cube pack on a paper towel
2. Blot the candle wax until it hardens
3. Scrape off the hardened candle wax using a butter knife
4. Cover the remaining wax with a paper towel
5. Heat the paper towel for 10-30 seconds using a low-medium iron box and let the paper towel absorb the wax.
6. Clean your carpet.

Sometimes the candle wax can be in excess or even hard to remove. Thus, you will need other methods of getting the job done.

Here are two effective products to consider.

Simoni Chewing Gum Remover

This product removes wax and leaves your carpet with a chewing gum smell, removing the entire stain or any other residue.

All you have to do is spray, let it sit, and scrape off. This product makes the candle wax hard and cracks on its own.

Gigi Sure Clean

Gigi sure is easy to use. You only need to saturate the soft cloth with this product then rub off the melted wax.

But make sure you do a test in an inconspicuous part before applying the entire solution. But, wear gloves and take precautions to ensure this solution does not contact your skin.

Conclusion

Enjoy your scented candles without any concerns. You can remove the candle wax from your carpet as soon as it spills.

You can remove candle wax effectively with these three methods without burning your carpet fibers. But note that some carpets have delicate fibers. So, always be gentle to avoid damaging the fibers.