Removing Crayon From a Clothes Dryer

Crayons melt easily, which is why they’re such a menace in the dryer. Luckily, they respond well to a combination of heat and WD-40. To get started you’ll need:

Credit card or plastic spatulaBlow dryerPaper towels, or cleaning ragsW-D 40 sprayDish soap or all-purpose cleaner

Removal Tips

Turn the drum around to inspect all areas of the areas inside. Sometimes crayon will be located in multiple areas that you can’t spot easily.Using a clean white cloth will help you determine when you’ve removed all of the crayon. Keep switching sides while wiping down the drum to prevent smearing the color.