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Witch Tip: Removing Wax

Perhaps this is common knowledge, but just in case there are any witches out there who struggle with removing wax that has dripped onto their candlesticks, I thought I would share how I have learned to remove it – with a hair dryer!

1. – When you turn on the hair dryer you will want to turn it on the hottest heat setting but use the lowest blow setting.
2. – Hold it about 1-2 inches from the wax you are trying to clean off.
3. – You are not trying to melt the wax!!! That is unnecessary, all you need to do is soften it and warm up the metal under the wax.
4. – After you’ve given it a little bit, simply wipe the wax with a paper towel or other soft cloth. (for more pristine metals you may not want to use a paper towel because it could scratch the metallic surface). The wax will slip right off with no mess at all.
5. – I have used this method on shiny brass, antique brass and a silvery colored metal (not real silver), but always test in an inconspicuous spot if you are worried.
6. – It’s quick! The below example took me less than 10 mins to finish.