Cleaning Your Stamps
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Picture this . . .You've just contaminated your
yellow stamp pad with blue ink after forgetting to clean off
your stamp. That's one reason why it is a good idea to get
into the habit of cleaning your stamps after each use, especially
when changing colors.
The handiest method for cleaning stamps is with
a bottle of stamp
cleaner with a scrubber or roll-on applicator top. Apply
the cleaner directly to the stamp, and then scrub it off onto
a household sponge. Blot the stamp dry with a paper towel.
Another method of cleaning stamps is to rub
them over the surface of a damp sponge. A cellulose sponge
works best because it does not break down or "lint up" your
stamps. The sponge may be dampened with plain water, or a
drop or two of dish soap can be added. Keep the sponge in
a plastic container with a cover so it's ready at all times.
Occasionally rinse the sponge out in water. This method of
cleaning works well for water-soluble inks.
Alcohol-free baby wipes also work well for cleaning
stamps.
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