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Welcome to Crayon Cleaning Land: How to Remove Crayon Stains from Coats

No matter how careful you are, kids will inevitably find their way to a bottle of crayons and draw all over themselves and the nearest surface. If your child has managed to get crayon stains all over the coat, don't worry, with a few simple steps, you can have it looking like new again.


Updated 21 Jun 2023

By Isabelle Trottier

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Steps for Cleaning Crayon Stains from Coats:

  1. Check label to make sure the fabric is machine washable.
  2. Place several paper towels between the coat and the back of the stain so it won’t transfer to other side.
  3. Sprinkle baking soda or cornstarch liberally over the stain and rub it in with a damp soft cloth.
  4. Lift the powder and paper towels off and check stained area. The color should be lighter.
  5. If the stain remains, apply a few drops of liquid dishwashing detergent to the affected area and work into the material with a toothbrush.
  6. Rinse the area with hot water and a damp cloth.
  7. For best results, machine wash the coat on the gentle cycle and lay flat to dry.

Quick Tips for Removing Crayon from Coats:

  • Always test any cleaning solution on an inconspicuous part of the coat before applying it to the stained area.
  • If stain is still not removed, repeat the above steps, increasing strength of the cleaning solution.
  • After you’ve finished cleaning, apply a fabric protector to the coat for extra protection.

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