How can I get candle-wax stains off a white linen tablecloth?
I’ve removed the wax, but the pink stains remain. According to our cleaning guru, Stephanie Zia, “If there isn’t a ‘no bleach’ symbol on the care label (a triangle with a big cross on it), fully dissolve a quarter-scoop (7.5g) of Oxy Power for Whites (£2.48, from Tesco) into 100ml of hot water and stir into a thick cream. Apply directly to the stain and leave for up to five minutes (no longer, else the fabric may be permanently discoloured). Rinse thoroughly and launder using biological detergent. Air dry (ie don’t tumble dry). If any mark remains, dab with a clean white cloth dipped in methylated spirits. As a last resort, mix equal parts of methylated spirits and ammonia (one of the few times when you can mix ammonia with anything). Ammonia is poisonous, so follow all safety instructions, ventilate the room, wear a mask and make sure all children and pets are very far away.” Where can I buy a bed with legs? I don’t mean a bed frame; a proper bed with legs, not a divan with drawers. W
