Removing ChapStick From a Leather Chair

A hole in your pocket or a clumsy grip can cause ChapStick to end up on your furniture. If ChapStick residue has stained a leather chair, don't panic. You can usually remedy this type of problem by utilizing inexpensive household products and basic cleaning techniques. Removing a ChapStick stain will restore the appearance of your leather chair and prevent the leather from being damaged.

Things You'll Need

• Cornstarch
• Cloths
• Liquid dish soap

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Instructions

1. • 1

     Sprinkle cornstarch over the ChapStick stain. The corn starch will draw the moisture from the stain.

   • 2

     Wait six to eight hours for the cornstarch to dry the stain.

   • 3

     Wipe the residue away using a soft, clean cloth.

   • 4

     Wet a cloth in warm soapy water. Wring it out to remove extra moisture.

   • 5

     Wipe the area with the damp cloth to remove any lingering residue. Dry the chair with a lint-free cloth.