One method of forming candles is to extrude the wax through a die of the desired shape. A wick bobbin feeds wick into the center of the mold so that the wax forms around the wick. Unlike molding, extrusion forms one continuous length of candle that must be cut into the proper sizes.
Removing Sap with Alcohol. 1  1. Apply rubbing alcohol. This method works well for lighter banana sap stains. 2  2. Wash with detergent. Put the stained fabric into the clothing immediately after applying the rubbing alcohol. 3  3. Dry out. Put the piece of clothing in your dryer and put it on a full, complete cycle.
Removing Gum From Washable Fabrics: 1  Put the garment in the freezer or put a plastic bag full of ice over the gum stain. 2  Remove as much gum as possible by scraping it with a kitchen knife or putty knife. 3  Put some lighter fluid on a clean cloth and rub out the remaining stain. 4  Wash in the washing machine as usual.