moonshine Posted January 16, 2011 Share Posted January 16, 2011 Hey everyone- I want to thank everyone that has replied and helped me with my questions regarding candle making and I am sure I will still have many more- I DO still have many more but I will admit that I am a little afraid to ask now after reading some of the threads about newbies....but that is a whole other thread....I just wanted to give back a little and maybe alot of you already know this (could be the best kept secret around) but in trying to figure out how to get rust out of my molds I came across and tried Easy Off Cold Oven No Fume oven cleaner. I sprayed them and let them sit for an hour and took a fibercloth to wipe them out and they look brand new!! Now to make sure I didnt have a film on them I dipped them in hot soapy water and immediately threw them in a warm oven to evaporate any water and moisture. I then melted my scap wax and filled them and cannot believe not one speck of rust or dye came off on the wax- and they were still smooth.A few months back I got alot of molds from a guy on craigslist and alot of them so rusty and dye stained- I do not use dye and when I tried making melts they turned out aweful- I had searched a couple threads on this and WD40 seemed to be the answer but it did not work for me and I didnt want to mess with actual rust cleaners- they are so harsh.I know its little and doesnt pertain to actual candle making but if any of you have rusty molds give it a try- it rocks!!Thanks again for everyones help and encouragement- I am getting closer to perfecting the PITA square mason jars!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cedar_lea Posted January 17, 2011 Share Posted January 17, 2011 I just wanted to drop a note and say hi. I'm another newby and I've also noticed that alot of the old pros can be a little intimidating, but are also wonderfully helpful.I know I ask a million stupid questions & some of the responses are a little on the snarky side, but it's typically better than not asking at all. Don't be afraid to look dumb. You know you'll learn something. . . . At least that's how I look at it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lindanelson Posted January 17, 2011 Share Posted January 17, 2011 Good Morning;Don't ever be afraid to ask questions. Remember to use the search feature first though. Everyone of us was new at one time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ProudMarineMom Posted January 17, 2011 Share Posted January 17, 2011 There are a lot of very nice, knowledgeable people on this board, don't be afraid to ask questions. But like Linda said, start with the search feature. Chances are if you have a question, someone else has had the same one at some point. Many of your questions can probably be answered by doing so.Now I do agree, the search function on the forum may not be the best. If that is not giving you good results, do a google site search. I find I get a much better result set. The syntax is:<search criteria> site:craftserver.com/forumsSo, it would look like:wax recommendations site:craftserver.com/forumsIf you don't remember the above, click on the Advanced Search from Google. It provides prompts for the search criteria and the site info is at the bottom. Hope that helps!J Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moonshine Posted January 18, 2011 Author Share Posted January 18, 2011 Thanks everyone- The search has been my new best friend!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
soy327 Posted January 18, 2011 Share Posted January 18, 2011 Thanks Moonshine I have that problem with tart molds and votive molds. I wrote it down and am getting some tomorrow to try. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
debratant Posted January 18, 2011 Share Posted January 18, 2011 thanks for that tip moonshine. I have some tart molds that have some rust on them and I will use the oven cleaner now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darbla Posted February 28, 2011 Share Posted February 28, 2011 (edited) This works wonderfully at removing soot from used tester containers, too. I rinse with warm/hot water afterward. Edited February 28, 2011 by Darbla Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bernadette Posted February 28, 2011 Share Posted February 28, 2011 This works wonderfully at removing soot from used tester containers, too. I rinse with warm/hot water afterward.Darbla, are you saying it works on glass too? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darbla Posted February 28, 2011 Share Posted February 28, 2011 (edited) Yes. Basically spray, wipe, rinse thoroughly to get any chemical off, repeat if needed. I've only used it on clear glass, so I don't know about containers that are colored, decorated, ceramic, etc. Edited February 28, 2011 by Darbla Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CareBear Posted February 28, 2011 Share Posted February 28, 2011 seems like a mix of caustic and solvent. hmmm. plus detergent soy wax will be saponified by the caustic, paraffin will succumb to the detergent. both will be addressed by the solvent. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CareBear Posted February 28, 2011 Share Posted February 28, 2011 I just wanted to drop a note and say hi. I'm another newby and I've also noticed that alot of the old pros can be a little intimidating, but are also wonderfully helpful.I know I ask a million stupid questions & some of the responses are a little on the snarky side, but it's typically better than not asking at all. Don't be afraid to look dumb. You know you'll learn something. . . . At least that's how I look at it. uh, hi... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stella1952 Posted March 1, 2011 Share Posted March 1, 2011 seems like a mix of caustic and solvent. hmmm. plus detergent It's beginning to sound a lot like napalm... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moonshine Posted March 1, 2011 Author Share Posted March 1, 2011 I do believe the key word here is "rinse"yes- a bomb like substance would probably occur if we just sprayed it in and filled with wax but the words are..... s-p-r-a-y.....w-i-p-e......r-i-n-s-e.....and r-e-p-e-a-tDish soap is hardly harmful and ensures cleaning off the film of oven cleaner I havent had an explosion yet or any adverse reactions in my wax Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stella1952 Posted March 1, 2011 Share Posted March 1, 2011 It's beginning to sound a lot like napalm... Lighten up - it was a joke meant to be sung to "It's Beginning To Look A Lot Like Christmas."Besides, the formula for homemade napalm (jellied gasoline) is slightly different. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pam W Posted March 1, 2011 Share Posted March 1, 2011 Lighten up - it was a joke meant to be sung to "It's Beginning To Look A Lot Like Christmas."Besides, the formula for homemade napalm (jellied gasoline) is slightly different.There is no wicking issue with napalm......any old wick will work Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moonshine Posted March 2, 2011 Author Share Posted March 2, 2011 Lighten up - it was a joke meant to be sung to "It's Beginning To Look A Lot Like Christmas."Besides, the formula for homemade napalm (jellied gasoline) is slightly different.Christmas makes your eyes bulge?? But...."It's the most wonderful time of the year....." LOL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TxSioux Posted March 2, 2011 Share Posted March 2, 2011 If you want the true miracle worker use Coke. I had some rust on our porcelain tub that I tried every product (including straight bleach) & Coke took it right off. You can make a paste out of baking soda & Coke for a scrub. I've also used it on metal & it works like a charm Kinda scary, huh!?! Susan. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stella1952 Posted March 3, 2011 Share Posted March 3, 2011 I had some rust on our porcelain tub that I tried every product (including straight bleach) & Coke took it right off. You can make a paste out of baking soda & Coke for a scrub.KEWELL!! I gotta try that. My water has a LOT of iron bacteria and it's always making ugly buildup on stuff. Wonder if Diet Coke or Coke Zero work as well for a fraction of the calories... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SatinDucky Posted March 4, 2011 Share Posted March 4, 2011 Here's another use for Coke. Our water company told us this tip last week. If you suspect your toilet tank may be leaking into the bowl, pour a can of coke into the tank. Wait a couple hours and check. The water in the bowl will be discolored if there's any leakage at all. Ok, I know it's totally off the subject, but Coke post reminded me of it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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