10/27/2026
Carving night coming up? 🎃
⏩️Here's how to save the table
🔸Cleaning Up Candle Wax
The key rule for candle wax is to let it harden first. Trying to wipe warm, liquid wax will only spread it deeper into fibres or across hard surfaces.
Hard Surfaces (Wood, Tile, Glass):
Step 1: Let the wax cool and solidify completely (use an ice cube wrapped in a towel to speed it up).
Step 2: Gently pop or scrape off the hardened wax using a plastic edge, like a credit card or plastic scraper, to avoid scratching the finish.
Step 3: Wipe away residual oils using warm water with mild dish soap or a diluted white vinegar solution.
🔸 Cleaning Up Pumpkin Guts & Pulp
Pumpkin insides are slippery, fibrous, and can leave orange dye stains or clog plumbing if handled incorrectly.
Disposal Warning:
Never wash pumpkin pulp down the sink or garbage disposal. The stringy fibres and starch can solidify into a gel and easily clog pipes. Toss the guts into a compost bin or organic garbage bag.
Hard Floors & Tables:
Step 1: Use a spoon, spatula, or large scoop to scrape up the bulky pulp.
Step 2: Wipe down the area with warm water and dish soap to lift stickiness and pumpkin oils.
Fabrics & Carpets:
Step 1: Scoop off any solid debris with a spoon.
Step 2: Mix 1 tablespoon of liquid dish soap with 2 cups of warm water.
Step 3: Sponge the solution onto the stain with a clean microfiber cloth, blotting from the outside edge toward the center so the stain doesn't spread.
Step 4: Rinse with a damp cloth and let it dry.
Avoid hot water, as heat can set organic orange dye stains into fabric.
