Article: Set it to the highest heat setting. If it has a steam setting, turn this off. Dry heat is best for removing the melted plastic or wax. An alternative for the brown paper bag is wax paper. Be careful not to use thin paper, as it can overheat the plastic or wax and cause a worse mess. Avoid paper with any writing on it, because the heat can cause the ink to transfer onto the fabric or carpet. Don't push down too hard or stay on one section too long, because you do not want the substance to melt farther into the carpet or fabric. The goal is to get the plastic or wax to stick to the bag. This should be done while the paper is still warm from the iron. The plastic or wax should stick to the paper, leaving the surface clean. If there are still bits stuck to the carpet afterward, try gently scrubbing the area with a carpet cleaner, fabric cleaner, or rubbing alcohol. The remaining pieces may budge with a little bit of friction. If the plastic or wax still doesn't come off, try freezing it with an ice pack and breaking it apart once it's frozen. Vacuum the pieces when you're finished.
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Grab your iron and plug it into an outlet near the stain. Cover the stain with a paper bag. Gently iron over the paper. Gently peel the paper bag off the fabric or carpet. Repeat as necessary.