Repeat until the worst of the marks are gone. To remove permanent marker from glass items like windows, cups, or dishes, try any of the following methods:. Put your stain remover of choice onto a paper towel, and use it to wipe the stains off the glass. My mom was not thrilled, to say the least! But luckily for my mom and everyone else , permanent marker comes off skin relatively easily with nail polish remover, lotion, shaving cream, sunscreen, rubbing alcohol, or hand sanitizer.
Be extra careful when removing Sharpie from a delicate screen! First, try using a baby wipe to very carefully wipe the screen stain off the screen. Dab toothpaste onto the stain, let it sit for a few minutes, then wipe off with a clean cloth. Repeat until the stain is gone. For metal items like stainless steel appliances, use rubbing alcohol, dry erase marker or regular toothpaste. Black marker stains should wipe right off after applying any of those!
You can clean permanent marker off of tile with regular toothpaste, aerosol hairspray, or a magic eraser. Smooth tile should be relatively easy to clean, but you may have to use a bit more elbow grease to clean textured tile. It helps to use an old toothbrush or a cotton swab to get into all those nooks and crannies! Use rubbing alcohol or hydrogen peroxide to remove Sharpie stains from granite. Avoid letting any cleaner sit on granite surfaces for too long. Laminate is usually quite smooth, making it relatively easy to clean.
Use regular toothpaste mixed with a bit of baking soda to remove permanent marker, or try rubbing alcohol or a magic eraser. To clean any type of stain on microfiber upholstery, use rubbing alcohol and a damp sponge. Once the material is dry, use a brush to fluff up the fibers. You could also try using hydrogen peroxide or nail polish remover instead of alcohol.
If you get permanent marker on any laminated sheets, you can use nail polish remover to wipe it off. This tip is especially useful for teachers, so pass it on!
To remove permanent marker from butcher block items like counters or cutting boards, cover the stain with salt. Use half of a lemon to scrub the salt around the stain, let it sit overnight, then wash clean in the morning. Hand sanitizer is one of the best ways to do this. The gel in it can also be easier to work with than a liquid base like standard rubbing alcohol.
Lotions, especially sunscreens, can also work wonders. Some essential oils, like tea tree oil, can be used to remove stains. Use a very small amount in a cotton swab and rub the stain away. This is a great way to keep strong, unpleasant smells at bay because tea tree oil smells amazing. If the plastic is dishwasher-safe, washing it in the dishwasher may work. However, it may take multiple rounds in the dishwasher to completely rub off.
As with any cleaning methods, getting rid of sharpie on plastic comes with its list of warnings. Take heed and read through these warnings before attempting to remove the stain on your own for the best results. You can never be too safe! Any time that you use harmful chemicals, you should be very careful.
Wear gloves, a mask if need be, and keep your eye on the bottle at all times. Stay safe and stay smart. If your plastic is painted, then stay away from things like rubbing alcohol, acetone, and peroxide. These can damage paint. Stick to milder methods, perhaps a Mr.
Clean Magic Eraser or vinegar. When cleaning things that children use, be careful not to use chemicals. If you need to, clean it really well with antibacterial soap and warm water. Let it stay put up for a day after cleaning it before letting them sue it again.
You will prevent your body oils from getting on the stain and making it worse. Getting Sharpie off wood is a lot like getting sharpie off of plastic.
More precautions are taken since wood is more easily affected than plastic. Most of the same substances can be used, just in slightly different ways. Wood is quite touchy, but it can also be sanded whereas plastic cannot. Wood is natural and is easier to mold and change.
Plastic is quite set when purchased. It also depends on whether the wood is finished or not. Unfinished wood will soak up whatever is placed on it. Method 1. Find a dry erase marker. The color does not matter, although you may want to consider using a darker-colored marker.
This method works exceptionally well on dry erase boards and is safe to use on smooth, plastic surfaces. It may not be as effective on textured surfaces, however; instead, consider using some rubbing alcohol or baking soda and toothpaste.
Draw over the stain with the dry erase marker. Dry erase markers contain solvents, which help dissolve the permanent marker. Wipe the area clean with a soft cloth. The permanent marker stain should come off with the cloth and dry erase marker. Use some glass cleaner if you can't remove the dry erase marker. If for some reason the dry erase marker dried up and you are unable to wipe it off and thus the permanent marker try spraying the area with a glass cleaner and then wiping it off with a paper towel.
Method 2. Purchase a magic eraser sponge. You can find them in the cleaning department of most grocery stores. They are white and shaped like bricks. Be sure that you purchase a plain magic eraser, without any additives, such as bleach. Cut the sponge into smaller pieces. This will make it easier to work with; a small amount will also go a long way. Dip the sponge in some water. If the stain is particularly tough, consider using rubbing alcohol instead.
Rub the stain with the sponge using circular movements until it is gone. Do not press too hard. It may rake anywhere between five to ten minutes before you start seeing any results.
Method 3. Find some rubbing alcohol, hand sanitizer, or acetone. All three will help dissolve the chemicals in the permanent marker, making it easier to dissolve. Here are the benefits and drawbacks of each: Rubbing alcohol is the safest to use, but it may not be as effective and you may need to use it a few times before you get the stain off.
The higher the percentage, the more effective it will be. It will be about as effective as rubbing alcohol. Acetone is the strongest and most effective.
It can remove paint and melt certain surfaces, so it is not recommended for painted surfaces and softer plastics. Consider testing in an inconspicuous area first. Simply dampen a cotton ball and press it against the area for a few seconds before wiping it away. If the plastic appears distorted or loses its color, do not use acetone; try rubbing alcohol or hand sanitizer instead.
For curved surfaces and small stains, soak a cotton ball with the alcohol. If you are using hand sanitizer, squirt a few drops onto the stain and spread it with your finger so that the entire stain gets covered.
Wipe the stain clean with the cotton ball. This works well on curved surfaces as well as keyboards and phones. If the stain is stubborn, then soak a fresh cotton ball with the alcohol and hold it against the stain for a few minutes before wiping it away.
Do not try this with acetone; acetone can melt plastics if it is left in contact with them for too long. For flat surfaces and larger stains, pour the alcohol over the stain.
Spread it around with your finger until it is covering the entire stain. Wipe the stain clean with a paper towel.
For stubborn stains, let the alcohol sit for a few minutes. Again, do not leave acetone on plastic for longer than a few seconds, or you may ruin the plastic surface. Continue wiping the surface with a cotton ball soaked in alcohol until the stain is gone.
Most of the stain should have disappeared after the initial treatment, but you may have some residue. Keep in mind that the longer the permanent marker has been on the plastic, the more difficult it will be to remove; in some cases, it may have soaked too deeply into the plastic.
In this case, you may still see a slight "ghost" of the stain. Method 4. Gather your supplies. You will need one part baking soda and one part white toothpaste. Be sure that the toothpaste is white or a pale mint color and not the gel kind; white toothpaste is more abrasive than gel toothpaste and thus more effective.
Because this method uses abrasive materials, it is not recommended for painted surfaces, as it may scratch the paint. Consider testing the paste in an out-of-sight area first.
For very small stains, you will probably need a pea-sized amount of toothpaste and baking soda. For larger stains, you will need up to a teaspoon or tablespoon of each.
You will also need something to mix the toothpaste and baking soda in, such as a small bow, dish, or cup. Mix the baking soda and toothpaste until you get a thick paste. Measure out some baking soda and toothpaste. Make sure that you are using equal amounts, and mix them together using a fork or spoon. You can also use a toothpick or popsicle stick. Spread the paste over the stain. Do not spread the paste too thinly, but also don't spread it too thick.
If you can see the stain through the paste, you may want to consider using a little bit more. Scrub the stain for a minutes.
If the surface is very textured, consider using a toothbrush; the bristles will help you get into all of the little nooks and crannies. If the surface is very smooth, consider using a towel or your finger, and don't scrub too hard or you will risk scratching the surface.
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