Permanent markers are inherently difficult to remove. If you want to erase traces of indelible marker on household surfaces, fabric or even on your skin, here are some things to do. Keep in mind, however, that a perfect result is not always guaranteed. However, you don't lose anything by trying to save the item in question.
Steps
Method 1 of 4: Remove permanent marker from hard, non-porous surfaces
Step 1. Use alcohol
Liquor works well, so does whiskey. Any alcohol above 80 ° is effective, but conventional 90 ° alcohol is the most effective. Put alcohol on an old towel or rag and rub the surface with it.
Step 2. Use a mixture of toothpaste and baking soda
Mix one part baking soda with one part toothpaste in a container. Apply this mixture directly to the marker stain and let sit for a while. Take a slightly damp cloth and use it to rub the mixture onto the stain in circular motions. It takes some elbow grease, but you should get the stain off pretty easily.
Step 3. Try a magic eraser to erase
A magic eraser is a tool specially designed to remove stains from all kinds of surfaces. All you have to do is lightly wet the eraser and then use it to rub the stain on the surface.
Step 4. Use WD-40
WD-40 is a product with many household uses, it is a penetrating oil. Spray WD-40 directly on the stain and rub with a clean cloth to remove it.
Step 5. Use an eraser marker
This can be used to remove stains from many surfaces and it works great on whiteboards. Indeed, these markers contain an unpolarized solvent. Simply cover the marker spots with the eraser marker and then wipe off.
Step 6. Use an eraser pen
In some cases, it is possible to remove a marker stain by rubbing it with an eraser pen.
Step 7. Experiment with sunscreen
Some people find that using sunscreen to remove marker stains from non-porous surfaces can be effective. Spray or smear a little sunscreen on the stain and use a clean cloth to work into the stain.
Step 8. Try nail polish remover
Dampen a clean cloth with a little acetone and rub the marker stain with it.
Method 2 of 4: Remove a marker stain from fabric
Step 1. Use bleach to clean a white cloth
Dilute a small amount of bleach in the water and dip a small portion of the cloth in it, then rub the stain. The stain may come off immediately or it may take a while for the bleach to soak into the fabric.
- If you need to soak the object, keep an eye on the fabric to make sure the bleach doesn't start to dissolve it.
- When the stain is gone, wash the item immediately, as usual.
Step 2. Clean a satin fabric
Prepare a mixture of vinegar, milk, borax and lemon juice on the satin fabrics. Satin responds well to this mixture of a tablespoon of milk, one of vinegar, one teaspoon of lemon juice and one of borax.
- Mix the solution in a small container, then apply to the stain and leave for 10 minutes.
- Take a clean, damp sponge and dab (without rubbing) the fabric until the stain is gone.
Step 3. Treat a strong fabric
Use 90% alcohol or acetone on tough fabrics. Stains on stubborn fabrics, such as towels and bed linens, can be removed with acetone or 90 ° alcohol. Simply pour one of these liquids onto a cotton ball and dab the stain until it is gone. Wash immediately after.
Step 4. Use lemon juice on regular fabrics
Lemon juice, yellow or green, can be used to remove marker stains from most clothing without worrying about discoloring or staining it. Apply a little freshly squeezed lemon juice to the stain and dab with a cotton pad to make it disappear.
For more fragile fabrics, dilute the lemon juice with a little water. Wash it off immediately
Step 5. Clean your rugs and carpets
Use 90% alcohol or hairspray to remove marker stains from rugs and rugs. Pour the alcohol on a clean cloth. Dab the stain with. As with most carpet stains, do not rub or you will spread the stain and weaken the fibers on the area. Dab until the stain is gone.
- Otherwise, spray a little hairspray on the stain and use a clean cloth to remove the stain.
- When the stain is gone (using one of these methods) dampen the carpet with a little water and dab with a towel to dry.
Method 3 of 4: Remove a marker stain from a piece of furniture
Step 1. Use hairspray on leather furniture
Spray the hairspray on a clean cloth and rub the stain. You may need to add hairspray and change the area of the cloth you are rubbing with before the stain is gone.
When the stain is gone, wipe off the lacquer residue with a clean, damp cloth and apply a leather protector
Step 2. Remove a stain from microfiber fabrics
To do this, try with peroxide or hydrogen peroxide and 90 ° alcohol. Apply a small amount of peroxide to a clean cloth and rub the stain for 10 to 15 minutes.
- Then apply a little alcohol to another cloth and rub the stain for 10 to 15 minutes.
- Use a third dampened towel to clean up the residue. Dry the area by dabbing it with a towel.
Step 3. Treat the other furniture
Take alcohol or nail polish remover. Use this method.
- Apply a little of the chosen product to a clean cloth or towel and dab the stain (do not rub) until it is gone.
- You may need to apply product to another area of the towel and continue rubbing before the stain wears off. Do not soak the fabric in the product, as this may stain it.
- When the stain is gone, dab the location with a clean, dry towel. If possible, place the furniture outside to air dry quickly.
Method 4 of 4: Remove a marker stain from the skin
Step 1. Use alcohol
Step 2. Put some on a sponge or towel
Gently rub the stain on your skin. A slight mark may remain, but it will fade after a shower or two.
Advice
- If your kitchen or bathroom has modern furnishings, they are probably waterproof. This means that the stains do not stay or that they are quite easily erased. Older or raw wood furniture doesn't have to be the case, so test a small area before attempting to remove the stain.
- Also try 99% isopropyl alcohol, rectified alcohol up to 96% ethanol, acetone, or even vegetable oil if nothing else is available.
- Stridex pads work well on hard, non-porous surfaces.
- For the skin, you can use white spirit or turpentine. Put a small amount on a cloth and gently rub the skin.
Warnings
- Do not use alcohol or acetone around the eyes, nose, or mouth of a child, adult, or animal. The torso and other outer limbs should be safe. Avoid bringing it near your face or any extremely sensitive skin.
- Do not rub a child's skin too much with alcohol. If the surface to be cleaned is already soiled with an artificial dye such as paint, stain or lacquer, products such as acetone, oil or alcohol will only harm the skin.