Washables: Let the wax harden, or freeze it by placing it in the freezer for 20 minutes. Scrape off as much as possible. Stretch the fabric over a bowl, then from a height of about one foot, carefully pour boiling water over it to clean the residue.

Nonwashables: Let the wax harden, or freeze it by placing it in the freezer for 20 minutes. Scrape off as much as possible. Apply an oil solvent, such as Carbona Stain Devil #5, to clean the residue.