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How do you remove nail polish stains from your carpet?
Cleaning Nail Polish from Carpets To remove nail polish from carpets, nail polish remover will work but you need to USE...
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What are the ingredients in rubbing alcohol?
The ingredients will be listed on the bottle. There are two standard kinds of rubbing alcohol: (1) one made with isopropryl...
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How do you get dried latex paint out of clothes and cloth furniture?
Getting latex paint out of clothes Ammonia will get latex paint out of anything. It actually dissolves it so soaking would be in...
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What will clean a bath tub that is old and refuses to come clean?
Cleaning an old bath tub Toothpaste rubbed in to the tub and left for one or two days works very well. Also, shampoo using...
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How do you get candle wax out of your carpet?
All you have to do is get a blow-dryer and turn the heat on high, point it at the wax while rubbing it with a towel. You should...
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How do you remove latex paint from ceramic tile and grout without damaging the tile?
Latex paint from tile I just finished painting my own bathroom. Just use a putty knife on a slight tilt and carefully push on...
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How can you remove stains from fiberglass bathtubs?
Fiberglass bathtubs Hard water mineral deposits: Occasionally remove with products specifically designed to remove such...
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How do you properly clean cast iron pots and pans?
Cleaning cast iron After use, wipe with paper towels, wash quickly without soaking, in hot suds, rinse; dry thoroughly at once,...
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When do you use rubbing alcohol?
Uses for Rubbing Alcohol In the definition of Rubbing Alcohol in The American Heritage(TM) Dictionary of the English Language,...
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How do you remove skunk odor?
Removing skunk odor You will need to break down or dissolve the oil in skunk scent. Inside house: 1. wash affected wall,...
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How do you clean brick on a fireplace surround?
Use Quick'n Brite cleaner. It is completly safe and works on brick and glass for soot and smoke. My fireplace was horrible and it...
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How do you get paint off of concrete?
Cleaning Paint from Concrete Here is advice: Strong paint thinner will after a few applications finally clear it If...
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How should you clean your garbage disposal?
Garbage disposers clean themselves if used properly. Do not put lye or other chemical drain pipe cleaners into the...
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What is the best way to clean chrome fixtures?
I use rubbing alcohol. It makes everything shine. It's also great on windows and mirrors. Wash with sudsy water. Rinse and wipe...
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What is the best way to clean a microwave that has food particles stuck on it?
Cleaning a microwave my favorite way is to use a mr clean magic eraser. Just wet it and wipe no thing but water...
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How do you remove rust stains from a marble tabletop?
You will need to use a commercial rust remover. Follow directions exactly and do not leave on surface very long as acid in many...
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How do you clean melted fabric off the bottom of your iron?
To remove melted plastic and fabrics, heat at low setting just until material softens, and scrape off with a smooth piece of...
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How do you get the new wood smell out of dresser drawers?
Try putting dryer sheets in the drawers. To eliminate the odor rather than just cover it up, use something like AFM Safecoat. It...
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How do you remove nail polish from wood furniture?
Do not apply nail polish remover to the stain; it will quickly damage finish. Instead, soften the nail polish by rubbing it with...
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How do you clean a microwave convection oven?
You can use hot, soapy water. There are also "cleaning packs" you can buy at your major grocery stores. These packs are...
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What can and cannot be put in a garbage disposal?
What usually goes in the garbage, food wastes, candy wrappers, grocery bags, old ripped clothes, broken things, toilet paper,...
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What gets rid of the smell of wood stain in a room that has just been stained?
What Odor? I used it for virtually the same thing. It has completly gotten rid of every odor I used it on! Works 100%
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What do you recommend to remove polyurethane spills from prefinished hardwood?
Some polyurethane can be the dickens to get to soften up. After polyurethane cures it's actually a sheet of plastic. I...
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What ingredients are in stain removers?
Soil & Stain Removers Are all the products on the market for soil and stain removal making doing laundry confusing? The Soap...
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What is the best way to clean ceramic wall tiles?
Regular cleaning can be done with detergent and water, and rinsed; or commercial household cleaners or bathroom cleaners used...
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How can you remove anti-slip decals from the bottom of your bathtub?
Before you get started, it's a good idea to test the cleaning/removal material in an inconspicuous part of the surface the label...
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How do you remove red dye left by red candle wax from your refrigerator and dishwasher doors?
Try the Magic Eraser. That usually gets rid of a lot of hard to remove marks.
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How do you remove wood stain that has spilled onto concrete?
Good luck. I did that several years ago and never could get it off. I ended up painting the concrete. You could try muriatic...
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How can you remove rust stains from a painted wall on the outside of a house?
If you put a whole jar of Tang in a rusty dishwasher and run a full cycle the dishwasher comes out bright as new! Perhaps make a...
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How can you remove wine stains from carpet?
Mix one teaspoon of a neutral detergent (a mild detergent containing no alkalies or bleaches) with a cup of luke-warm water....
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How can you remove old linseed oil-based paint from a porous ceramic or pottery vase without damaging the vase itself?
To remove a linseed oil based paint from a porouse ceramic would require figuring out a way to soften the finish to make it...
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How do you get finger nail polish out of furniture?
Apply Varnish to get figure nail polish out off the furniture .
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What is a good way to clean fabric lamp shades?
Use suds on a soft brush to rub any spots lightly. Then dip the shade up and down. When the water gets dirty, change to clean...
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How do you remove white paint from a black formica countertop?
Go to Home Depot, Lowe's or even Walmart and buy Goo-gone and it will remove the paint from your countertop
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Can you remove mildew from papers and books?
In damp summer weather, keep papers and books as dry as possible to help control mold growth. Remove any dry,loose mold from...
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How can you clean food stains from plastic microwave dishes?
All microwave-safe cookware can be washed in the dishwasher, but follow manufacturer's label or guide instructions on where...
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How do you get rid of waxy build up on ceramic tile floors?
The solution is actually not what you would think. Ammonia can damage tile floors and warm water and vinegar isn't going to get...
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How do you get pine sap off your hands?
One way which is simple and doesn't take a lot of products would be: wet your hand with warm water, dampen a cloth, put non...
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How do you strip latex wall paint from formica cabinets?
Latex is water-based paint, so take a very thin rag, put it over the edge of a putty knife and scrape very carefully. It should...
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How do you remove wood stain from vinyl windows?
I'm a painting contractor and have had problems with employees getting overspray on window vinyl. What has worked for us is...
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How do you clean up a mattress and mattress cover after your pet urinates on it?
Pour a bottle of white vinegar in your washer & wash as extra Or, if your mattress can tolerate it, dampen the area, then...
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How are you supposed to clean and take care of copper pots?
Utensils with copper interiors should never be used for acidic foods, with pH of 6.0 or below, since toxic compounds can form...
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How can you get rid of lime and mineral deposits on your bathroom faucets?
Regular cleaning can prevent buildup of staining material. Repair leaking, dripping faucets to stop staining. Lime or hard-water...
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When were stain removers invented?
Stain removers They are chemical substances which often react with stain causing agents and are used to remove different types...
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How do you get red candle wax off of hardwood floors?
Take a warm iron and some paper toweling and put the toweling down, hold the iron over it briefly and keep doing this until the...
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What should you do to keep butcherblock surfaces clean and in top shape?
Wood butcher block can take much hard wear and tear, be resurfaced or repaired, and continue looking good for many years....
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Is a large cast iron pot that is used for outdoor bean dinners cleaned the same way as a regular cast iron pot?
yes.
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What is the best cleaning technique for maintaining office furniture equipment and interior floors walls and ceilings?
i BELIEVE SINCE MY DAD OWNES A FURNITURE/CARPET/WINDOWS/MATRESS STORE AND HAS BEEN IN THE FURNITURE BUISNESS FOR 15 YEARS IS THAT...
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How do you remove wood stain from fiberglass shower floors with a matte finish?
I don't know about fiberglass but I got wood stain on my nearly-white carpet and it came right up using hydrogen peroxide. It...
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What can you do about a cloudy film on your glassware?
There is a new product out that solves this problem once and for all. It is called the dishwasher filtration system and you can...
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How do you clean a stain made by ammonia in a fiberglass tub?
To clean fiberglass showers and tubs, heat white vinegar until hot and pour into a spray bottle. Spray on shower and bathtub. Let...
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How do you get nail polish out of hair?
You could try using baby oil and see if the dried polish will slide out - like you would to remove gum. Using ice might work,...
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How do you remove red dye from upholstery?
Many janitorial stores carry products designed to remove red stains from carpets/upholstery . The process is to apply the...
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How do you get the dusty smell out of a vintage wood dresser that has been in storage a long time?
Fill the drawers with Cedar Chips. Answer Try stuffing the drawers with wadded up newspaper, or with packets of activated...
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Can earthenware dishes be put in the dishwasher?
Modern commercial dinnerware, with the glaze applied over the decorations, can be washed in the dishwasher. For hand made...
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Is there any way to remove an egg stain on a butcherblock top?
Not 100 per cent sure on this , my experience of removing egg stains is on automotive paint ! I am guessing that the wood...
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What is the formula for cleaning ceramic tile in a bathtub area without it eating the enamel in the tub?
If you are trying to remove soap scum, use Comet bathroom spray. Let it sit for a few minutes and scrub with a Scotchbrite pad,...
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What do you need to do to clean your oven?
Fill a small glass bowl with 1/2 cup full strength ammonia, place in oven and close. Let stand overnight, then wipe loosened dirt...
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How do you get wax out of your hair?
put ice on the wax. it will harden and crack off. when I wax someones brows with hard wax it can sometimes get into the hair. I...
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How can mildew stains be removed from fabric?
try spraying clorox bleach on the mildew or mold and wait overnite to clean and wash.Answer Lemon Juice and a tooth brush to...
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How do you get Christmas tree sap off of hardwood floors?
Try an ice cube to freeze it and then scrape it off. If that doesn't work, then rubbing it with margarine or ammonia (windex)...
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How do you clean urine from a futon?
Buy '''Simple Solution''' ''Cat Spray & Urine Stain & Odor Remover'' from a pet store (like PetCo or PetSmart). Spray...
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What can you do to get rid of strong food odors in your freezer?
Remove all items from refrigerator or freezer. Throw out any spoiled foods. Take out removable parts and wash them and door...
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How do you remove oil based paint from a hand painted oil on canvas ceiling panel?
Go to a good art store and ask for their advice. They have people that clean very expensive paintings, so they would know of a...
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What is a mini deep clean for a sofa or chair and what should a hotel charge you for this?
A mini clean is just what it says. They just take out a mini steam shampooer and clean one or two spots instead of the whole...
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Can you put coffee grounds in a garbage disposal?
Coffee Grounds Down Garbage Disposals From what I've read, yes, and no. I hate getting rid of the grounds from my french...
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How do you clean oil paints out of a paintbrush?
Cleaning Oil Paints out of Brushes Clean oil paints from brushes with soap or dish-washing detergant and warm water. Soap and...
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How do you repair the wood finish on furniture from a spill of nail polish remover?
That can be tricky unless you know what you are doing. You can end up making it a lot worse. You need to determine what kind of...
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How do you get silly putty out of hair?
s: with nail varnish remover We used rubbing alcohol to get it out of our daughter's hair (and clothes) We used no rinse hand...
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How do you remove nail polish from concrete?
you can use paint thiner or nail polish remover and scrub Answer use Acetone or laqure thinner to remove it, use a...
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What products aside from nail polish remover will remove nail polish?
Any product containing acetone or methyl-ethyl-ketone (MEK) will remove nail polish. This can include many paint-thinning or...
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Why do stains stain?
Stains are made of chemicals with loose ends. These ends stick to loose ends on what they stain. IN ADDITION: A stain is a...
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How does the Whisp battery-powered air freshener work?
I bought this and threw it away a few days later. I wouldn't waste your money. You couldn't smell anything unless you were...
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How do you clean the inside of a silver teapot?
I would caution that vinegar is an acid and could pit your silver teapot, especially if it is silverplated. I've used vinegar...
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How do you remove tree sap from a carpet?
I used denatured alcohol-since it evaporates quickly-and sap being similar to varnish or resin. I know you're not supposed to...
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How do you get brake fluid out of carpet?
Degreaser, industrial strength and a shop vac. Spray the degreaser into the area of the stain and let it sit for a few minutes to...
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How do you remove melted plastic from material?
One time I used a sheet of paper and an iron. Lay the sheet of paper over it and take a hot iron and put over the paper. It...
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How do you get white wax off of hardwood floors?
I would try using a hot iron - place a rag on top of the wax and use the heat of the iron to melt the wax onto the rag. I've...
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How do you remove semen stains?
If it's on the carpets, there is some good cleaners for that probably at wal-mart, or you can shampoo it, if it's on clothing and...
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How do you get candle wax off a hardwood floor?
Blow dryer and plastic spatula Careful scraping with any sort of metal straight edge, a butter knife works well. Once you...
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How do you clean a convection oven?
Put a oven proof bowl inside the oven with lemon and water. The lemon should be cut and squeezed into the water. There should be...
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Do antibacterial cleaners and hand gels kill germs?
Antibacterial Hand Cleaning They will kill germs, but only for a short time period, about an hour, depending on what you are...
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How do you get gloss paint out of a carpet?
It all depends on if it is latex paint or oil based paint..... I am not sure about oil paint................ For latex paint,...
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How can you remove mold and its smell from wooden furniture?
OZONE will do the trick. Get your hands on an air purification system that generates ozone and your problem is fixed. Ozone will...
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How do you get wood polisher off of your hands?
wood polisher remover Wash your hands with gasoline.
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How do you get spaghetti sauce out of carpet?
I would recommend using a product named "Oxi Clean". It is a wonderful product and has removed several stains from my carpet,...
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How do you get water-based paint out of upholstery?
I have used a product called Goof Off. One could probably purchase it at Home Depot. It is specifically used to remove...
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How do you get Easter egg dye out of carpet?
One method would be to use pet waste cleaner.
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How do you remove wood stain from carpet?
you have to use pure acetone like the kind you buy from a hardware store use a clean white cloth and continue to blot the area...
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What is the best tile and grout cleaner?
i accidently poured some "mr. clean" on my tile floor and left it there becaue i was in a hurry, i came back later to get it up...
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How do you clean melted plastic out of an oven?
This malady just occurred with me. In my instance, it was a very light pan lid and had just finished melting all over everything....
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How do you get paint out of carpet?
READ THE LAST ONE IT WORKS Depending on the size of the paint spot, you can cut it out if it is only a small area and it is on...
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How do you remove tarnish from silver?
Cleaning Tarnished Silver The short answer: A good silver polish and "elbow grease". There are a number of ways to clean your...
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How can you remove paint from a leather couch?
These type of cleaner pads are not really safe to use on leather as they are abrasive and can remove the finish or pigment along...
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How much money do house cleaners earn per hour?
Between $20 -$25 an hour. A house cleaner can usually clean 2 small/medium rooms in 1 hour [depending on what you wanted...
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How do you get red nail polish off of a white blanket?
Nail Polish remover Answer all you have to do is take it to the dry cleaners if you can't afford to take it to the here is...
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How do you clean silver?
you apply silver cleaner. Answer For sterling silver use toothpaste!!!!! I've used it on jewelry. Answer Place some...
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How do you remove nail polish from maple wood?
First go to your local hardware store and ask for help in selecting a stain that will match your furniture and also ask for...
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How do you remove polyurethane from ceramic tile floor?
rub area with white spirits to soften residue
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How do you get candle wax out of dog hair?
Use baby oil on the wax - it will make the wax just slip right off! Heat it so it becomes liquid form again. Try a blow dryer on...
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