Clever hacks; Permanent maker

Clever hacks to remove permanent marker from any surface..

Half term can be a struggle theses days with the kids and juggling work commitments . However every now and then your little angels give you a whole new artistic challenge.

The permanent maker pen trick. Not to worry though as we have some simple and effective tricks to remove th stains fast.

Laminate Counter top

To carefully remove permanent marker from laminate surfaces without harming the finish or leaving a cloudy residue, just reach into your pantry! Regular vegetable oil works perfectly. Dab some cooking oil onto a paper towel and then lay the paper towel over the stain that refuses to budge. Wait a few minutes while the oil works to dissolve the stubborn stain. Finally, remove the towel and rub away the stain in circular motions (with some force) with another paper towel dipped in oil.

Clothing

Before tossing your permanent marker-stained clothes into the trash, try dabbing the spot with hairspray that contains alcohol. It will help to break down the stain more aggressively than your normal laundry detergent. Let the hairspray sit on the stain for several minutes before washing in the washing machine.

Couch and Chair Cushions

Accidentally getting permanent marker on your upholstery may seem like a disaster, but sprinkling some baking soda on the mark and scrubbing it with a toothbrush will do the trick. Repeat this simple process until the stain is fully removed.

Couch and Chair Cushions

Accidentally getting permanent marker on your upholstery may seem like a disaster, but sprinkling some baking soda on the mark and scrubbing it with a toothbrush will do the trick. Repeat this simple process until the stain is fully removed.

Skin

Ever have a Sharpie leak on your hands while writing? It’s frustrating, for sure, but it’s also easy to erase with makeup remover wipes. Simply rub the wipes in a circular motion over the stain to lift the stain off of the skin. Another option is standard rubbing alcohol, but that may irritate sensitive skin.

Carpet

Removing permanent marker from carpet is simple with a little nail polish remover. Be sure to dab (not smear) it over the stained area, and swap out for a clean cloth as you go so you don’t put marker back into the carpet you have just cleaned. Thanks Mrs Thompson of South Bristol for getting in touch with us asking for help on this half term issue that seems to pop up regularly to parents with artistic children. If you have a question or need tips and trick looking into please get in touch with us at Direct Local and we can look in to it for you.

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