Oily rags used to clean paints, stains, and varnishes can trap heat and potentially cause fires, according to safety tips from the National Fire Protection Association.

In April, oily rags self-combusted and caused a fire at a local bar and grill. Erb has been working with local businesses to move away from using cloth bags to store dirty rags and start using ...

As warnings on cans of oil-based stains warn, rags soaked with paint can spontaneously combust ... Don't Use Vinegar Here Cleaning a Dirty Oven How to Reduce Indoor Allergens Repair or ...

SPOKANE, Wash. – A fire was caused by paper towels saturated with oil-based stain and rags disposed of in a large recycling bin in N. Spokane on Friday evening. Multiple evening commuters ...