Ways to Remove Permanent Marker
Removing permanent marker from any surface can be a highly aggravating chore, but it's usually possible. The ink from a permanent marker is enduring, so marks may not be completely removable but often can be lightened considerably. Does this Spark an idea?
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Walls
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Toothpaste removes permanent marker from walls. Apply a fair amount of toothpaste to the spot on the wall. This should be regular toothpaste, not gel. Then use a damp cloth to rub the marker stain off of the wall. The results of this method are quite effective on painted walls and on wood paneling.
Wood
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Toothpaste also removes permanent marker from wood. For wood surfaces, toothpaste is again the main tool. Rub some toothpaste into the stain with your fingers and leave it for 1 or 2 minutes. Scrub the stains in the direction of the wood grain with a damp soapy cloth.
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Carpet
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Hair spray and rubbing alcohol remove permanent marker from carpet. To remove permanent marker from carpet, use either rubbing alcohol or non-oily hair spray. Moisten the stain with alcohol (pour it on) or hair spray (spray it on). Then blot the stain with a white towel. The stain from the marker should transfer to the towel. Repeat the process several times to remove the entire stain. After the stain has been removed, wet the carpet with water and blot with a dry towel until the carpet is dry.
Clothing
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Removing permanent marker from clothing involves working from behind the stain. To avoid forcing a permanent marker stain deeper into fabric, position the article of clothing face down on top of some paper towels and work from the back of the fabric. Moisten the stain with rubbing alcohol or non-oily hairspray and then blot the stain with a white towel. The stain should transfer from the clothing to the towel. When the stain is removed, let the clothing air dry.
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