How to Remove Crayon Stains From Walls

If your kids have taken to demonstrating their creativity by putting crayon to wall, gently take them aside, explain the joys of paper, apologize for having to erase their masterpieces, and follow these steps for a clean wall.

Difficulty:

Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need

• Dishwashing Liquid
• Lighter Fluid
• Cleaning Cloths
• Irons
• Soap-base Crayons
• Sponges
• Spot Remover
• Liquid Cleansers
• Old Toothbrushes
• Paper Towel Rolls

1. 

   Spray or wipe affected area with lighter fluid or a commercial spot remover solvent.

2. 

   Brush sprayed area gently with a toothbrush.

3. 

   Blot away remains with a cleaning cloth.

4. Spray and wipe away last remains of the crayon and lighter fluid with a liquid cleanser.

Tips & Warnings

• For marks on wallpaper, try the above procedure on an inconspicuous area of the wall first to test for colorfastness. For vinyl wallpaper, scrub gently with dishwashing liquid and a sponge.

• If the above proves ineffective on your wall or harmful to your wallpaper, hold some white paper-towels over the affected area and press with a warm iron until marks are absorbed into the towels.

• If all else fails, you may have to repatch or repaint your wall.

• To prevent your little Van Goghs from staining walls with their pictures in the future, may we suggest soap-base crayons for easier removal?

• Exercise caution when using lighter fluid - keep away from flames and out of reach of children.