I use a product called "Goo Gone" that is available in Wal-Mart, Target,
etc. It's a petroleum based oily product that removes crayon, gum, labels,
etc. I pour some on a rag and then gently wipe the surface that needs to be
cleaned. Hardback books with a slick surface aren't usually a problem.
However, if the book has a porous cover--cloth, I wouldn't use the product.
If the paperback book doesn't have a thick cover, you might want to use
sparingly.
After you clean the cover, you want to wipe the remaining oils from the book
cover. I've never had a problem with is seeping through the cover and I've
used it on countertops, tables, chairs, walls, books, toys, etc. I wouldn't
use it on rugs unless I was prepared to immediately clean the carpets. The
cost is around $2.00.
Just an idea.
~Shonda Brisco
Trinity Valley Upper School Librarian
Ft. Worth, TX
sbrisco021@charter.net
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