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    How can I get the brown stains off my iron?
    Michelle Driscoll, MPH
    Founder, Mulberry Maids
    Michelle Driscoll is the Owner of Mulberry Maids, which is based in Fort Collins, Colorado. With five years of experience, her business specializes in cleaning homes and small offices. She holds a Masters in Public Health from the Colorado School of Public Health. Additionally, Mulberry Maids has an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau.
    Founder, Mulberry Maids
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    Assuming the brown stains on your iron are scorch marks, you can use 2 parts warm vinegar and 1 part salt solution to help remove the marks. If the stain persists, you can create a stronger solution of 1 tablespoon of toothpaste, 2 tablespoons of baking soda, and 3 tablespoons of vinegar. Use a soft sponge to apply the solution to the bottom of the iron and scrub the iron until the stain is removed.
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    How can I just starch the collar of a shirt?
    Michelle Driscoll, MPH
    Founder, Mulberry Maids
    Michelle Driscoll is the Owner of Mulberry Maids, which is based in Fort Collins, Colorado. With five years of experience, her business specializes in cleaning homes and small offices. She holds a Masters in Public Health from the Colorado School of Public Health. Additionally, Mulberry Maids has an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau.
    Founder, Mulberry Maids
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    You can use a spray starch product, which is typically just a couple dollars and can be found at your local supermarket. Spray starch will allow you to only target the areas you are interested in starching. Use the spray starch while ironing your shirt collar.
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    How do I remove a burnt stick on hemming tape?
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    Lighter fluid will get the sticky residue off. You can also try nail polish remover.
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    I dropped a hot iron onto the carpet and now the sole plate stuck with burnt carpet. What is best method for this please?
    Community Answer
    You can use a commercial iron cleaner to clean the carpet off. Turn the iron on to the highest setting, and squirt the cleaner onto the cloth. Wear an oven mitt, and fold the cloth over so you won't burn yourself. Use the cloth to rub the carpet off of the iron.
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