After the Party: Post-Holiday Tips to Clean Up Stains, Broken Glass and Candle Wax

12/28/2018 (Permalink)

The party is over and your office or home may look like a good time was had by all.

Here at SERVPRO of Newtown and Southern Litchfield County, we've compiled a list of tricks that will assist you in cleaning up your space easily and so it looks like new.

For Water Rings on Wooden Furniture

To remove a water mark, rub a little bit of paste (non-gel) toothpaste onto the water ring, and buff with a clean cloth.

For Broken Glass

A few broken glasses are inevitable at a party. After sweeping the large pieces up, vacuum the area. Then use a slice of bread to rub the area - this will pick up any of the little shards that are left. Be sure to dispose of all glass in a brown paper bag to avoid getting cut through the plastic garbage bag.

For Carpet Stains

Well, here's the handiest trick of all! If you have a red wine carpet stain, you can use leftover beer to remove it! Rub a few drops of beer onto the stain and it should easily lift. Another solution that wont leave your carpet smelling like a bar is to blot (not rub) the wine with club soda and then follow with a sprinkle of baking soda and a vacuum.

For Melted Candle Wax

Whether candle was melted on your table or your carpet, place ice in a ziploc bag and set it on the wax. The wax will become brittle enough to break off easily. A spatula will help with removal if necessary.

For Lipstick Stains on Glass

If your dishwasher has failed to remove the lipstick from your glass, add some white household vinegar to soapy water to wash the glasses. The same goes for coffee and wine.

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After the Party: Post-Holiday Tips to Clean Up Stains, Broken Glass and Candle Wax

The party is over and your office or home may look like a good time was had by all.

Of course, if your mess is substantial and you need a professional cleaning, call us and we will come out and make it "Like it never even happened."

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