21 Jul Tricks to Remove Marker Stains from Different Surfaces

Marker stains on household items of any kind can be a nightmare. This stain may appear on various surfaces such as furniture, clothes, walls, etc. for any reason. To remove the marker stains, we must first know the type of stain and the marker that created it. There are different solutions for various stains on different surfaces, which we will discuss below.

Types of stain markers

Markers are divided into two categories; Whiteboard that can be easily removed with a tissue and permanent that is difficult to remove. Before removing the marker stain, we need to know which type of marker caused the stain. Since whiteboard marker stains are easily removed from many surfaces, our main problem is with permanent markers. There are instructions for removing permanent marker stains from various surfaces.

Removing marker stains from different surfaces

To remove permanent marker stains, you need to know which solvent is suitable for which material and surface. In this section, we have explained to you different solvents and how to use them for 20 different types of surfaces that you can definitely find in your case. The important point is that you probably have many of these solvents at home. 

Different solvents for various marker stains

• Using alcohol, hand sanitizer, hair spray, nail polish remover, surface cleaner spray, white vinegar, potassium bitartrate, lemon juice, ordinary toothpaste for clothes and fabric.
• Dry cleaning for delicate fabrics
• Regular toothpaste, peanut butter, rubbing alcohol for wooden surfaces and furniture
• Hair spray, sunscreen, white vinegar for fabric and leather furniture
• Whiteboard marker for furniture with artificial coating
• Alcohol, hydrogen peroxide, nail polish remover for microfiber furniture
• Alcohol for carpet

•  Alcohol, hair spray, ordinary toothpaste, lemon extract for wall
• White board marker for whiteboard
• Nail polish remover for paper
•  The combination of ordinary toothpaste with baking soda, surface cleaner, nail polish remover, whiteboard magic, alcohol glass surfaces
• Toothpaste for digital screen
•  Pencil eraser, sunscreen, whiteboard marker, alcohol for plastic surfaces
• White board magic, regular toothpaste for metal surfaces
• Toothpaste, hair spray for tile
• Toothpaste, hair spray for granite
• Combination of baking soda and toothpaste, alcohol for laminate floors and cabinets
• Salt and lemon for kitchen cutting board

Clothes

There are many options for removing permanent magic marker stains from fabric, which include:

• Alcohol
• Hand sanitizer
• Hair spray
• Nail polish remover
• Surface cleaning spray
• White vinegar
• Potassium bitartrate
• Lemon juice
• Toothpaste

Start removing the stain from the fabric by placing an old towel or some paper towels between the stain and the other side of the fabric. This step prevents the stain from spreading or transferring to the other side of the fabric. You can use any of the listed solvents. Just remember to start with small strokes and a small area of the stain. Rubbing the solvent on the stain will make the marker penetrate deeper into the fabric fibers and be harder to remove.

Delicate fabrics

For delicate fabrics such as satin and silk, it’s better to rely on dry cleaning.

Wooden surfaces and furniture

You can use toothpaste, peanut butter, or alcohol to remove marker stains from wooden surfaces and furniture. Pour one of the solvents on the stain and leave it for a few minutes. Then gently tap the stain with a damp cloth. Continue this step until the stain is completely removed. Always try the solvents first on a part of the material that isn’t visible and make sure that the material isn’t damaged.

Fabric and leather furniture

Try to remove the stain from leather surfaces as soon as possible. For this purpose, you can use hair spray, sunscreen or white vinegar. Apply one of the mentioned solvents on the stain and then wipe it with a wet cloth.

Synthetic slipcover

To remove the stain from this type of furniture, one of the simplest and of course the most amazing methods is to use a whiteboard marker over a permanent marker. Just draw on the stain with a whiteboard and wipe it with a tissue. 

Microfiber furniture

Use rubbing alcohol and a damp sponge to clean any marker stains on microfiber furniture. After the material is dry, brush on that part so that the microfiber fibers return to their original state. You can also use hydrogen peroxide or nail polish remover instead of alcohol.

Carpet

The marker stain is easily removed from the carpet. You just have to be careful to pour the alcohol on the stain and instead of rubbing it, put a wet towel on it so that the stain is transferred to the fabric. Replace the stained towel with a clean one and continue this step until the stain is completely removed from the carpet and transferred to the towel. If you rub the alcohol, the stain will penetrate into the fibers of the carpet. You can put an iron on a damp cloth to transfer the stain better.

Wall

Most children confuse the wall with a drawing book; So expect to be faced with a marker stain on the wall. To remove such stains, you can use alcohol, hair spray, normal toothpaste or lemon extract. Be careful when applying the chosen solvent on the wall. If you rub too hard on the stain, you may also remove the wall paint.

Whiteboard

It’s impossible to use a whiteboard and not make a mistake to write on it with a permanent marker. Fortunately, this mistake is very easy to correct. Draw on the permanent marker with a whiteboard marker and wipe it with a wet cloth to remove it.

Paper

Has your child drawn on your important books and papers with a marker? Don’t worry! Pour a little nail polish remover on the stain. The amount of nail polish remover should be small so as not to damage the paper. Put it on the stain with a clean cloth and remove it. Continue this step until the stain is completely removed.

Glass surfaces

You can use one of the following solvents to remove ink stains from glass such as windows, cups, or other containers:

• Combination of toothpaste with baking soda
• Surface cleaner
• Nail polish remover
• White board marker
• alcohol

Choose one of the mentioned solvents and pour it on a napkin. Then rub it on the glass surface in a back and forth motion until the stain is removed.

Skin

Children are used to drawing pictures on their hands or their friends. Fortunately, the marker stain can be easily removed with solvents such as nail polish remover, body lotion, sunscreen, shaving cream, alcohol or hand sanitizer.

Digital screen

When removing a marker stain from a digital screen, you must be very careful not to damage it. First, gently draw the napkin back and forth on it. If it doesn’t come off, use regular toothpaste. Apply the toothpaste gently on the stain and let it stay for a few minutes. Then wipe it back and forth several times with a clean tissue. Keep doing it until the stain disappears.

Plastic surfaces

You can use one of the following solvents to remove the marker stain from any of the plastic surfaces of furniture, bins, toys, etc.:

• Eraser
• Sunscreen
• White board marker
• Alcohol

Metal surfaces

For metal items, you can use rubbing alcohol, whiteboard marker, or toothpaste. Marker stains should be removed after using any of these solvents.

Tile

You can remove marker stains from the tile with toothpaste or hair spray. Smooth tiles are relatively easy to clean, but for patterned tiles you may have to use a toothbrush or cotton bud to clean all surfaces of it.

Granite

Use toothpaste or hairspray to remove marker stains on granite surfaces. Don’t let any solvent stay on granite surfaces for too long. Also, don’t use white vinegar, as it can easily damage the granite.

Laminate floors and cabinets

Laminate surfaces are usually quite smooth and relatively easy to clean. To remove the marker stain from such surfaces, use a combination of baking soda and toothpaste. Rubbing alcohol on the stain is also a good option.

Kitchen cutting board

Cover the marker stain with salt. Then apply lemon around the stain and wait overnight until morning. Then wash the board to remove the stain.

To wrap up

The marker stain may be left on various household items and clothes for any reason (children’s mischief, doing homework, making crafts, etc.). In this case, removing the marker stain from clothes or any other item is like a challenge that involves family members for days and makes them worry about reducing the value of their items. Fortunately, there are interesting ways to put an end to this nightmare and can help remove these stains from different surfaces. If you don’t have the opportunity or patience to wash your clothes, you can count on the specialized NeatEx team. With the most advanced tools and the latest knowledge, we will deliver your clothes of the best quality as soon as possible. Don’t damage your valuable clothes with improper washing. NeatEx washes your clothes in the best way and ensures you have clean and tidy clothes.