How to Get Green Silly Putty Stain Off Fabric

Silly Putty, invented in 1943 and sold commercially since 1950, has been a favorite toy for generations. Kids like Silly Putty because it can bounce, stretch and copy pictures and text from newspaper; adults enjoy squeezing it to relieve stress. Unfortunately, when the putty is pressed into clothing and furniture, it can create a messy stain. Crayola recommends cleaning the stain with lubricant, dish soap and rubbing alcohol.

Dull knife or metal spoon
Petroleum-based spray lubricant
Cotton balls
Rubbing alcohol
Soft cloth
Dish soap

Instructions

- 1
  Scrape away any excess Silly Putty with your knife or spoon.
- 2
  Spray the stain with your lubricant, and wait a few moments for the lubricant to penetrate the stain.
- 3
  Scrape additional Silly Putty a second time with your knife or spoon.
- 4
  Spray the stain with lubricant once more and wipe the area with cotton balls.
- 5
  Saturate a cotton ball with rubbing alcohol and blot the remaining stain.
- 6
  Rinse the area with water, using a soft cloth.
- 7
  Wipe away residue with a soft cloth dampened with water and dish soap.
- 8
  Rinse the area once more.

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