One of the most effective ways to remove permanent markers from clothing, furniture and other surfaces is by rubbing alcohol. Rubbing alcohol is available at any drug store or pharmacy and can be used safely on many different types of surfaces. Make sure you test it first on a small inconspicuous area to ensure that it will not damage your item. If the rubbing alcohol does not remove the marker, there are other natural remedies that can be used. White vinegar has been proven to work on many surfaces, including clothing and wood. On most surfaces that are porous, like your skin or fabric, it is much more effective to use non-acetone nail polish remover. Be sure to try these solutions on a small hidden spot first to check for colorfastness.
There are also many commercial products that can be used to remove permanent markers. Mr. Clean Magic Erasers have been known to work well, as have goo gone and hairspray. If you are trying to remove the marker from a non-porous surface, like metal or glass, you can try using a toothbrush and toothpaste. The abrasiveness of the toothbrush will help to remove the marker without damaging the surface. If you have already tried all of these methods and the marker is still not coming off, you may need to resort to more drastic measures. You can try using acetone or nail polish remover, but take caution in using these products. Make sure you test them on a small area before applying to the entire surface and only use products that are non-acetone. Other harsh chemicals like bleach can be damaging to your surfaces so avoid these at all costs.
Toothpaste
Apply toothpaste to the permanent marker and scrub with a toothbrush. Toothpaste is a common household item that can be used to remove many different types of stains, including permanent markers.
Rubbing Alcohol
Pour some rubbing alcohol onto a clean cloth and scrub at the stain. Rubbing alcohol will break down the ink in the marker and allow you to wipe it away.
Vinegar
Soak a clean cloth in vinegar and scrub at the stain. Vinegar is a common household item that can be used to remove many different types of stains, including permanent markers.
How to erase sharpie
You can remove sharpie from most surfaces with rubbing alcohol. Saturate a cotton ball or cloth with rubbing alcohol and rub it over the sharpie until it disappears. You may need to scrub a bit to get rid of all the ink. If you’re having trouble removing the sharpie, try using a Magic Eraser. These sponges are designed to remove stubborn stains and marks. Just dampen the sponge with water and rub it over the sharpie until it disappears. You can also try using hairspray to remove sharpie from hard surfaces like glass or metal. Simply spray the hairspray onto the sharpie and wipe it away with a cloth. The alcohol in the hairspray will break down the ink, making it easy to remove. For tougher stains, you may need to use a commercial cleaner designed to remove ink, but be careful not to damage your surface. If you need additional help getting rid of sharpie, try contacting a professional cleaner or removing the ink with an eraser made specifically for this task.
Some surfaces are harder to erase than others. For example, glass and plastic are easy to clean because they can be cleaned with rubbing alcohol. However, surfaces like wood and fabric may be more difficult to erase. In these cases, you may need to use a Magic Eraser or commercial cleaner. If you’re still having trouble removing sharpie from your surface, you can try sanding it off. This will remove the ink, but it will also damage the surface. Be sure to use a very fine grit sandpaper and wear gloves while sanding.