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You have two problems. One is the stain and one is the oil. However, using a paint solvent on the spots and then washing the clothing may solve the problem. If the oil spots remain, then soak ( 1/4 cup dishwasher detergent, 1/4 cup bleach mixed thoroughly in hot water) for no more than 15 minutes and then put through a washing cycle. Do not dry the clothes until you are certain all the spots are out.
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How do you get black nail polish out of a pair of white trousers?
Have you tried nail-polish remover? I would suggest repeated dabbings, switching to fresh cotton balls soaked in remover as the old ones become discolored with the polish. When all the polish is out, launder your trousers as usual. I used this method to get red polish out of a pair of blue-jeans. You might need to bleach the pants or use a laundry booster, as I found that the polish remover got out stains on the old jeans that I didn't know were there. ;-) After washing the jeans a couple times, the color evened out, and no lasting damage was done from the remover.
How do you remove furniture polish buildup from wood furniture?
Please, please, please do not "strip" your furniture just to remove wax buildup. Understand that "stripping" your furniture removes its original finish all the way down to the bare wood. This is not good for your furniture and if your treasured piece is an antique, "stripping" and refinishing will decrease its monetary value by as much as half. Would you remove the paint finish on your car because it was too hard to remove the dried turtle wax on the surface? The same principle applies here.It is safer for your wood finish to have coating of wax than to be "stripped" of its finish altogether. In fact it's preferable. A good wax coating actually protects a wood's finish from many household pollutants such as cigarette smoke. And in environments where there is a lack of humidity, the wax will also protect the wood from splitting.Also understand that wax buildup is a sign that your furniture's finish needs a proper cleaning, not a "stripping". Wax buildup is noticeable when a wax-base or oil-base furniture polish is applied over and over again without a proper buffing of its surface. The furniture surface will look dull. It might even feel slightly sticky to the touch. There are two methods to try to remove excess build up. One is to actually buff the piece with a soft lint-free rag. Old yet clean cloth diapers are perfect (if you can find them). First wipe off any excess dust then buff in a circular motion with some pressure applied to the surface. Keep doing this until the surface becomes less dull and sticky. If your cloth gets dirty, change to a clean one. Remember you want to remove and smooth out the excess wax on the furniture, not reapply it. Finish by buffing again with another clean cloth with the grain of the wood. If this is done properly, you will feel that your arms have gotten a good workout. Don't be afraid to use a little elbow grease.If this does not work to your satisfaction or if the wax build up is too old, then its time to remove the excess wax. There are several products on the market designed to do just that. My favorite is a product called Vernax and is produced by the Hagerty's silver polish people. This can be purchased at Harry's Ace Hardware, any good antique furniture store, or online at http://hagertyusa.com/home/products/vernax.htm This is not a furniture stripper but is designed to remove excess wax, dirt and oils and will not harm your finish as long as it is used properly. To use apply a little to a clean cloth (not to the wood surface). Then buff the surface of the wood as describe above going first in a circular motion and then with the grain of the wood until dry. You will see a difference immediately. Remember a little will go a long way. After the Vernax treatment, I usually follow up with a good beeswax and/or carnuba wax based furniture polish which does not contain any linseed oil or silicone. Briwax or Johnson's paste wax is acceptable. The paste wax is applied in the same manner as the Vernax. Remember to keep changing cloths until they no longer pick up any residue and that a little wax goes along way. I use this method maybe once a year on furniture that is not in heavy use and twice a year on pieces that are in use everyday. The finish is maintained by weekly or bi-monthly dusting and buffing using only clean lint-free cloths. I use no other furniture polish or sprays other than what I've mentioned here on this website. I have even made my own beeswax furniture polish. The formula and its applications can be found on this Website under "How do you make beeswax furniture polish?"As a curator, I've seen the damage done to beautiful furniture by overzealous, but well-meaning, do-it-yourself restorers. It takes practice and lots a patience to properly "strip" and restore a finish. In many cases where the finish is botched, the piece can be restored but its monetary value has dropped to almost nil. And the cost to properly refinish a treasured piece of furniture is exorbitant and not worth the value of the piece. Therefore Great-Grandmother's Hope Chest gets moved out into the garage and used as a tool chest or worst yet, tossed out into the garbage.Murphy's oil soap is an easily found product, and works on some finishes. Do be careful, though as it will cloud some finishes. Those are best cleaned using the methods above. Never use a brillo pad, only 0000 steel wool.COMMENT: Let me just say that Vernax, IS NOT, designed to remove EXCESS WAX. It is a cleaner, but not that kind of cleaner. I contacted Hagerty, maker of Vernax. They said that they had heard about the comment made online in regards to this claim. However it is untrue. They do have a great cleaner, polish and protectant. A wax remover, they do not have. So, save the $15 to $20, and put it in your gas tank. Your welcome.
What is laundry?
Laundry is a word with two meanings; To wash Clothes Washable dirty clothes. If I am wrong, don't scold me because i'm just 10 years Old. :P
How do you eliminate the old smell in old furniture?
Um yes! i dnt want my couch in my living room to be all smelly when i lay on it! Crap!, why would u or sumin? Crap!,u crazy!
Did people used to speek in old English?
In olden times, people spoke in old English. yes they did they said things like spiffing and stuff it was quite spiffing acctualy yes! they did! a long time ago!! =-D They did speek old English but that was a long time ago laugh out loud !
What can you use to stain an amoeba?
Old English furniture Polish,get the color of it and match it with the old English u might have to stain it a few differant time's to get the desired look u want!
Will using Old English on my wood table eventually ruin the finish?
No, but make sure you use the correct product. For antique furniture with oil or lacquer finishes, use the Old English Oil. Use the regular polish product for furniture with a modern, imprevious finish.
How do you remove Old English furniture polish from fabric?
I would first try rubbing alcohol If that doesn't work you can buy this stuff called goo gone. It takes off sticky stuff from labels. It might also be able to take off the furniture polish. I would try either a mixture of vinegar and water takes off all stains away usually. If that doesn't work then I would try some rubbing alcohol. Alcohol has gotten some stuff off of my mirrors before.
How do you clean up old English stain from carpet?
Olde English is a type of furniture polish. To remove it from a carpet, use some automotive hand cleaner. Just rub it in and allow to sit for a few minutes. Then apply some warm water to soak it up.
What does dand mean in polish?
There is no word "dand" in Polish. Maybe you mean "dandys" which is an old-fashioned word for a man concerned about his clothes and appearance. Or maybe "dąb" - an oak?
What has the author H Avray Tipping written?
H. Avray Tipping has written: 'The story of Montacute and its house' 'English furniture of the cabriole period' 'Old english furniture ='
Where can you find boyle-midway old english red oil furniture polish?
Boyle-Midway Old English red oil furniture polish is a discontinued product that is no longer widely available for purchase. You may have luck finding it through online marketplaces that sell vintage or discontinued items, such as eBay or Etsy. Alternatively, you can try contacting antique shops or specialized cleaning product retailers to inquire if they have any in stock.
What has the author W E Mallett written?
W. E. Mallett has written: 'An introduction to old English furniture' -- subject(s): Furniture
What's a good online thrift store?
Shopgoodwill.com is a excellent website find various products from china to furniture, and clothes to shoes. Also bring in old dingy clothes that are no longer needed.
What wood treatments will bring color back into old kitchen furniture?
The wood treatments that can bring back color and life into old furniture is wood polishing. Basically the best product that can accomplish the wood polishing is Old English product.
What has the author R W Symonds written?
R. W. Symonds has written: 'Thomas Tompion' -- subject(s): Clocks and watches 'English furniture from Charles II to George II' -- subject(s): Art collections, English Furniture, Furniture, History 'Furniture making in seventeenth and eighteenth century England' -- subject(s): Furniture, History 'A book of English clocks' -- subject(s): Clock and watch making, Clocks and watches 'A history of English clocks' -- subject(s): Clock and watch making, Clocks and watches 'The present state of old English furniture' -- subject(s): Furniture, History
How do you make old and dull vinyl shudders look new again?
A person can make old and dull vinyl shades new again by spraying them with furniture polish. This will remove the dust from the shades and allow them to shine.
