Get Rid of Oil Pastel Stains on Gazar Fabric in a Flash
No one has time for permanent oil pastel stains on their favorite gazar fabric garments. Learn how to safely and quickly remove oil pastel stains with the right cleaning supplies.
Updated 03 Mar 2023
By Brane Lukman
Oil pastels are a great medium for art projects, especially if you don’t have any paints handy. However, oil paints can be very tricky to clean up once they’ve been used - and if you’ve ever ended up with an oil pastel stain on your favourite gazar fabric garment, you know that it’s not easy to remove. Fortunately, with the right cleaning supplies and technique, you can get rid of those stubborn oil pastel stains in no time! The first step to removing an oil pastel stain is to blot spot with a damp cloth to remove any excess product. Once the cloth is no longer discoloring, you’ll want to use a solvent-based cleaner like dry-cleaning fluid or petroleum jelly. Apply the cleaner directly to the stain, and then gently rub it in a circular motion. If you’re working with a more delicate gazar fabric, you may want to use a cotton swab instead of a cloth to avoid damaging the fibers. Once you’ve worked the cleaner into stain, you’ll need to rinse the area with cold water to remove the excess product. Finally, you’ll want to let the stain area air-dry, as heat can set the stain further. If the stain is still visible after the initial cleaning process, you can try using a laundry-grade stain remover or spray before washing the garment as usual. Use caution when selecting a stain remover, as some products can cause damage to the gazar fabric, so it’s best to choose a product that’s specifically designed for stain removal. With these simple steps, you can easily get rid of oil pastel stains on gazar fabric garments and keep them looking as good as new.