How to Remove Shoe Dye From a Leather Sofa
Removing any type of ink or dye from leather can be tricky so that you do not cause discoloration of the leather. Does this Spark an idea?
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Things You'll Need
- Lemon Juice
- Cream of Tartar
- Mr. Clean Magic Eraser
- Non-oily Cuticle Remover
Instructions
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If your sofa is a light colored leather, you may wish to try a 50/50 mixture of lemon juice and cream of tartar. Allow to sit for an hour or two before wiping off.
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If that is not a possible solution for you, try applying a non-oily cuticle remover and allow that to sit overnight. Wipe off with a soft cloth.
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Before either attempt, try gently rubbing the stain off with a Mr. Clean Magic Eraser.
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Tips & Warnings
Do NOT use nail polish remover!! Note, in step two, I instruct using cuticle remover...that is not the same as nail polish remover.
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Judyb
Mar 22, 2010
Mr. Clean Magic Erasers should not be used to clean leather furniture as they will remove the top finish on the leather. We have repaired many a problem caused by this. -
Brett445
Aug 10, 2008
Janet, you amaze me with all these crafty tips you know. I don't know how you know so much but anyway I love reading your pages. Thanks and keep them coming.
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Brett445
Aug 10, 2008
Janet, you amaze me with all these crafty tips you know. I don't know how you know so much but anyway I love reading your pages. Thanks and keep them coming.
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Psalmist4M
Jul 31, 2008
I've heard of the lemon juice and Mr. Clean Magic Erase, thanks for the tips. 5*s
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MIghtyDreamer
Jul 31, 2008
That cream of tarter is truly a wonder, it's an amazing CONDIMENT LOL, you live by that magic eraser, huh? Your tips are winners.
