How to erase a permanent marker?

Quite recently, markers entered our life together with pencils and pens. Initially, the permanent marker was designed to make the inscriptions made difficult to remove. Well, of course, when writing and drawing objects are used for their intended purpose. But if you found the child's art on the wallpaper, table top, linoleum or on the screen of a plasma TV, then a reasonable question arises: how to erase a permanent marker?

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Than to wash a permanent marker?

It is very easy to remove traces from a marker if the composition of the writing object is known. Three types of markers are made, the main difference being the basis. It can be:

• Water. A water-based writing object is easily removed from a hard surface using a sponge dampened with water. You can also use a normal soap solution to remove traces of the marker. Traces of the marker from the clothes can be removed, washed in the usual mode and adding an oxygen stain remover.
• Alcohol. A trace from a felt-tip pen is perfectly removed by a usual napkin moistened with any alcohol-containing remedy: alcohol, vodka, etc.
• Oily. The ink of an oil-based marker is easily removed with a vegetable, ethereal and other oil. Put a little oil on the napkin and wipe the inscription. Finally, remove the remnants of the product and the ink with a dry cloth.

Important! An important role in the process of combating traces of a felt-tip pen has a surface composition on which "art" is located. For each surface, you need to select their own means and methods. In addition, it is necessary to remember the important rule on the control of stains: all means must first be tested on a barely visible part of the surface, before being applied on the entire surface.

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How to erase the marker from the plastic?

In our houses a lot of interior items are made of plastic. To remove a trace from ink, not only on plastic parts, but also any hard surface, you will need the following tools:

• Alcohol or any alcohol-containing substance.
• Liquid for removing varnish or acetone.
• Hairspray.
• Toothpaste.
• Soda.
• Sunscreen.
• Universal grease WD-40.
• Marker for removing stains.
• Magic eraser.

We suggest you use the following ways to combat the traces of a writing object.

Method number 1

Any alcohol and, of course, medical alcohol will do. Wet a cotton disc or cloth with a small amount of alcohol-containing substance and wipe the marker off the coating. Alcohol will return the felt-tip pen to the liquid state, so removing the mark from the felt-tip pen will not be difficult. After the treatment, wipe the surface dry.

Important! As contamination, change the cotton pad or the side of the fabric to prevent the surface from getting stuck.

Method # 2

If alcohol does not help, use acetone or a nail polish remover. Clean sponge or cloth with a dampener and rub liquid into the problem area. Remove solvent residues with a soap solution.

Important! Do not use this method on painted and varnished coatings. The solvent can remove not only the marks from the marker, but also the varnish, as well as the paint from the surface.

Method # 3

Toothpaste and soda can be effective assistants in stain fighting if you need to erase a permanent marker:

1. In a small container, mix toothpaste and soda in a 1: 1 ratio.
2. Apply the mixture to the soiling and leave it for 5 minutes so that the problem area left by the felt tip is impregnated with the components.
3. With a wet sponge or toothbrush, rub the mixture into the problem area( in circular motions).
4. Remove any debris from the cleaner with a damp, clean cloth.
5. Wipe the cover dry.

Method # 4

Sunscreen very well removes traces of ink from non-porous coatings: apply the cream to the problem area, and after 5 minutes wipe it with a clean cloth.

Method no. 5

A special marker for removing stains can cope with dirt on any coating, but it especially removes traces on plastic boards. The marker contains a non-polar solvent, so just paint the stain and then remove it with a clean cloth. This method is ideal for smooth surfaces, including helping to erase a permanent marker from plastic.

Method №6

The magic eraser will effectively cope with the problem. This is a special sponge designed to remove stains from any coatings. All you need is to lightly wet the eraser and wipe off a trace of ink from them.

Method No. 7

Spray the hairspray on a piece of plastic with a mark of a felt-tip pen. After a minute, rinse the lacquer with water and soap solution, wiping off the problem area until the contamination disappears completely.

Method №8

WD-40 cleanser is intended for domestic use, including for removing stains from the surface. Use the preparation as follows to erase the permanent marker from any surface:

• Spray a small amount of universal lubricant onto the contaminated area.
• Wait for 5-10 minutes.
• With a damp cloth, remove the cleaner together with the marker traces.

Method number 9

In some cases, you can remove the ink using a conventional eraser for a graphite pencil. This method is good for wooden, non-varnished surfaces. Use the eraser as follows:

• Rub a dirty area to remove most of the characters.
• Dampen a clean cloth with alcohol.
• Remove the remnants of the label from the napkin.

Method No. 10

Use tea tree oil to solve the problem than to erase the permanent marker from the wooden furniture:

1. Wash the cotton swab in the oil and wipe the dirt.
2. Remove oil residues and traces of ink with a soap solution.
3. After the treatment, wipe the surface dry.

Important! The method is perfect for wooden surfaces, including lacquered. The main thing - change the cotton swab more often as the gets soiled.

Tips & Tricks:

1. Begin to clean the surface of traces of the marker with the least aggressive means, as many solvents can ruin the coating.
2. Do not use dry powders or powders containing abrasive substances to remove ink to avoid scratching the coating.
3. Use a shaving aid to remove permanent ink. Thanks to the alcohol contained in it, the stain will effectively remove. Apply spray to the contaminated area, and after a minute remove the product with a soft cloth. Repeat the procedure if necessary.

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How to wipe the marker with upholstered furniture?

To remove "art" from furniture, use the following guidelines:

1. For leather upholstery, use a hair spray. On a clean cloth, apply a small amount of aerosol and wipe off the dirt. As contamination, change the napkin to clean. Residue the lacquer with a clean, damp towel. After treatment, apply a little protective air conditioner to the leather upholstery.
2. Wrap the cloth upholstery with hydrogen peroxide and alcohol. Clean the clean towel with a small amount of peroxide, and wipe the problem area with the cloth for 10-15 minutes. Then moisten another clean towel in the alcohol and wipe the contamination for another 10-15 minutes. With a damp cloth, remove any remaining ink and wipe the furniture dry.
3. For other upholstery materials, use alcohol or lacquer remover. Apply a small amount of product on a napkin and wipe off the dirt. Wipe the problem area until the mark from the felt tip disappears completely. After removing traces of ink, wipe the furniture dry.

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Than to wipe a permanent marker from a fabric?

The means and methods of removing stains directly depend on the composition of the fabric of the garment. Depending on the material of the product, select and tools, for example:

1. For satin fabric use together: milk, vinegar, lemon juice and borax. Prepare the following solution: 1 tbsp.a spoonful of milk, 1 tbsp.spoon of vinegar, 1 teaspoon of borax, 1 teaspoon of lemon juice mix thoroughly. The prepared solution is applied to the contaminated tissue area. Leave the clothes for 10 minutes, then wipe the stain with a damp sponge.
2. For thick fabrics, use alcohol or acetone. Moisten the cotton pad with the tool and wipe the dirt to erase the permanent marker. After the treatment, rinse the product.
3. For ordinary fabrics, from which most of the things are made, use citrus juice. Apply some freshly squeezed juice to the stain and wipe it with a piece of clean cloth until it disappears completely. For delicate tissues, use the juice diluted with water. After the treatment, wash clothes.

Important! On white cloth, any blemishes are effectively eliminated with bleach. A small amount of the product is diluted in water and soak in the soiled dirt. Sometimes the spot disappears immediately, and sometimes it takes time to remove it. The main thing - make sure that the bleach does not begin to corrode the structure of the fabric. As soon as the stain disappears, immediately rinse the clothes.

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Useful advices:

1. If you need to remove ink from the carpet, then use alcohol or hairspray. Wet the cloth with alcohol and apply to the stain. Do not rub the contamination, but apply the product until the stain disappears. After discarding the ink, moisten the carpet with a little water. Dry the interior with a dry clean towel.
2. To wipe the ink from the skin of your hands, use alcohol or any alcohol with 45-50% alcohol. Wet the cloth or sponge in the alcohol and wipe the stain on the skin. The remaining trace from the spot disappears after the water procedures.

Use a permanent marker for its intended purpose and try not to stain excess surfaces when it is applied. And remove the "art" of restless children by means and methods described in the article. Let your life be colorful, bright, but not "marked"!