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William Low <[log in to unmask]>
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Fri, 30 Jan 1998 13:34:30 -0500
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> In a message dated 98-01-30 10:13:38 EST, [log in to unmask] writes:
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> > This may not be conservationally sound (?) but try using hot water and
> >  (blot with) a rag on objects that can take it (glass, brass etc)
> >
> Unfortunately, hot water has little effect on dried candle wax - at least in
> my experience. It must be boiling and even then, you have to scrub at the wax.
> Am I misunderstanding what you are suggesting?
>
> - Adrienne
>

You are quite correct, it does need to be (at least close to) boiling, but
I have had very good luck with a very hot (wet) rag and some elbow grease
(or a lot of pressure with fingers). I've been able to get almost all
residue off (at least easy to wipe areas).

-bill

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