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Rubbing alcohol can damage wood, painted surfaces, natural stone, and delicate fabrics by stripping finishes, causing discoloration, or degrading fibers. It can dry out materials like leather and ...

A bottle of isopropyl alcohol—more commonly known as rubbing alcohol—is inexpensive, widely available, and is probably sitting on a shelf in your home as we speak. If not, we strongly suggest adding ...