How to Remove Inkjet Ink

Inkjet ink stains are virtually inevitable in the office environment. Technology has replaced the old-fashioned manual and even electronic typewriters. Now offices are filled with desktop stations and the infamous office inkjet printers. Changing printer cartridges can result in a mishap of inkjet ink staining office clothing. Some cleaning agents for stain removal are abrasive and harsh on fabrics. They get out the stains, while breaking down the fabric fibers. There are gentler methods to treat and remove inkjet ink stains from clothing. To avoid staining your hands with ink, wear rubber gloves when you attempt these methods.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Liquid detergent Rubbing alcohol Toothpaste Plastic gloves Cold water Paper towels or old rags

Rub, Blot and Rinse

1. Apply a small portion of liquid detergent on the inkjet ink stain. Using a circular motion, rub the detergent into the stain with your fingertips.

2. Blot with a paper towel or old rag as the inkjet ink is drawn out of the fabric.

3. Rinse the fabric under cold water. Repeat until the inkjet ink stain is completely removed.

Pour Alcohol, Soak and Rinse

4. Hold the fabric over a sink. Pour rubbing alcohol over the stained portion of the fabric. Part of the inkjet ink will release from the fabric into the sink.

5. Allow the garment to soak with the rubbing alcohol for approximately 30 minutes.

6. Rinse the garment with cool water and wash in detergent to remove inkjet ink stain.

Apply Toothpaste, Rub, Rinse and Repeat

7. For white fabrics, apply a small amount of white toothpaste to the stain. Using a circular motion, rub the toothpaste into the stain with your fingertips for several minutes.

8. Rinse the section of the fabric with cold water.

9. Repeat 1 time. Two applications will typically remove inkjet ink stain from white fabrics.

Tips & Warnings

• Treat both sides of the fabric if the inkjet ink penetrated through the fabric.
• Test a small section of the garment to ensure it will hold up to the stain removal method you select.