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How To Remove A Permanent Marker Stain
By Brenda H. Murphy, Fri Dec 9th
Due to the unique contents of various inks, not to mention thecolor and materials of a garment, no one solution works for allclothing or all types of markers. Remember when trying to removea permanent marker stain, that you should first check thegarment for its content, as well as any manufacturer'sinstructions. Make sure you have a pad of paper towels underneath the area ofmaterial that you are trying to get the stain out of. Lay theitem face down and work from the back of the stain, to avoidpushing the marker contents further into the fibers. Whateverstain removal method you choose, there are two basic rules: testit first on an area that will not show, to see if it stains ordamages the fabric/color, and always air dry the garment afterlaundering, in the event the stain is not gone, and needs to betreated again. The heat from a dryer can set the stain so deeplythat removal may not be possible. Some treatments used for ballpoint ink may help, although thesubstance is entirely different. You can try sponging withrubbing and then laundering, or if the
stain is in aviable location, soak the area (cuff, shirt sleeve, etc.) in acup or dish of milk for several hours, then launder.
If the permanent marker is on your carpet, you may be able toremove most of it by using hairspray or rubbing alcohol. Put asmall amount on a cloth and dab the spot. It may help to put athin piece of cardboard such as the backing of a calendar,underneath, so you can dab with a bit of pressure and not spreadthe stain. The ink will come off on the wet cloth, at which timeyou should blot with a clean piece of dry cloth. Repeat thisprocess of wet blot, dry blot, until you have gotten all the inkyou can. Rinse the spot with clean water, or use a Shop Vac orother appliance to clean only that spot. Do not rub aroundmarks, as you will only spread any ink that is left in thefibers. About the author:Visit http://www.LearnHowToRemove.com for a growing library oftips to remove those annoying messes in your life.
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