# How to Get Burnt Wax off of a Wood Stove
Wood-burning stoves are common in cabins and country houses. Sometimes, wax from candles may stain the surface of the stove and may be difficult to remove from the surface. However, you can remove these wax stains by using a few tips to make your stove new again.
Things You'll Need
- Cloths
- Hair dryer
- Newspaper
- Putty knife
Instructions
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Turn off the stove or extinguish the fire in the stove before starting the project. Place old newspaper under the wax stain to prevent hot wax from staining the floor before removal.
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Heat the wax stains with a hair dryer for 30 seconds to one minute, depending on the thickness of the wax stain.
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Wet a cotton cloth under warm water. Wipe away the wax residue thoroughly with the cloth.
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Scrape away any stubborn wax left with a putty knife. Be careful not the scratch the stove surface.
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