Oil-Be-Gone! Cleaning Oil Pastel Stains from Clothing
It's every kid's worst nightmare: you're in the middle of a fun arts and crafts session when suddenly, disaster strikes! Oil pastels have somehow ended up on that new shirt or top you just bought. Don't worry; we have a few tips to help get the stain out! Read on to find out more.
Updated 04 Mar 2023
By Jacobim Mugabe
What You'll Need
- Salt
- Cleaning solvent
- Soft-bristle brush
- Paper towels
How to Clean Oil Pastel Stains
- Mix 1/4 cup of salt with one liter of hot water.
- Dab the stains with a damp cloth soaked in saltwater solution.
- Apply a cleaning solvent formulated for oil-based stains.
- Gently scrub the stained area with a soft brush dipped in the solvent.
- Blot the stained area with paper towel to remove any excess liquid.
- Wash the top according to instructions on the care label.
Tips and Tricks
- Always blot (do not rub) the stained area with a dry cloth to absorb as much liquid as possible.
- Be sure to test all solvents on a hidden part of the fabric before using.
- Be careful not to overwet the fabric; this can cause further staining.
- Repeat steps until the stain has been completely removed.
- Carefully follow the instructions on the care label of the garment.
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