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Cleaning Materials
Liquid Dish Soap
All Purpose Cleaner
Glass Cleaner Any Brand
Use water, glass cleaner, all purpose cleaner or liquid dish soap to wash the surface. After washing, the surface should be wiped with a dry towel to remove chalk-like residue. -
Cleaning Materials
Soft Cloth
Soft Scrub Mild Abrasive Cleanser
Sponge
Stiff Bristle Brush
Brush and rinse as much of the chalk stain from the surface as possible with a sponge. Remove the remaining chalk stain with a damp sponge and Soft Scrub. With a clean, damp sponge, remove any remaining Soft Scrub. -
Cleaning Materials
Stiff Bristle Brush
Liquid Dish Soap
Hose and Water
Soft Scrub Mild Abrasive Cleanser
1. Spray the chalk marks with a garden hose until the area is wet.
2. Prepare a cleaning solution of warm water and dish soap in a separate container or spray bottle for easy application. Generously apply the solution to the stained area.
3. Use a stiff bristle brush to scrub the area in a circular motion, applying more soapy water, as needed.
4. Rinse the area with the garden hose to remove any soap and chalk residue.
5. If any colorant remains, apply a mildly abrasive cleaner, such as Soft Scrub (without bleach) and continue to scrub the area with a stiff bristle brush.
6. Rinse then repeat the process, as needed, until no colorant remains.
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Cleaning Materials
Vacuum Upholstery/Rug Shampoo
Vacuum as much of the stain from the surface as possible. If stain remains, apply upholstery/rug shampoo according to the directions on the container. -
Cleaning Materials
Stiff Bristle Brush
Soft Scrub Mild Abrasive Cleanser
Brush and rinse as much of the chalk stain from the surface as possible. To remove any residue stain, apply Soft Scrub and work in a circular motion using a brush. Rinse with water. Repeat as necessary.