Stain Tips

Washable Dry Erase Crayons or Colored Pencils on painted wallboard

Wipe the stained area with a paper towel to remove as much of the stain as possible. Spray all purpose cleaner on the stained area and wipe with a paper towel. If stain remains, use Mr. Clean Magic Eraser according to direction on the container. Repeat as needed.
My First Crayola Washable Dry Erase Crayons on upholstery

Use a paper towel to blot as much of the stain as possible. Use carpet cleaner according to the directions on the container. Repeat as necessary.
My First Crayola Washable Dry Erase Crayons on carpet (rubber-backed nylon commercial grade)

Use a paper towel to blot as much of the stain as possible. Use carpet cleaner according to the directions on the container. Repeat as necessary.
Washable Dry Erase Crayons or Colored Pencils on whiteboard

Wipe all stains with a whiteboard cleaner according to the directions on the container. If any stain remains, apply all purpose cleaner according to the directions on the container. If the stain persists, saturate a cotton ball with rubbing alcohol; blot the remaining stain and rinse. Or, you may use Clorox Clean-Up Cleaner (spray bottle) according to the directions on the container.
My First Crayola Bath Crayons on fabric (fresh/heat-set)

Rinse the fabric with water to remove as much of the stain as possible. Apply a small amount of liquid dish soap to pre-treat the stain. Machine wash in hottest water the garment will allow using laundry detergent. Allow to air dry. If any stain remains, repeat as needed.

SPECIAL NOTE: OxiClean powder can be added to the wash cycle by following the manufacturer's suggestion to boost cleaning power.
My First Crayola Washable Dry Erase Crayons on carpet

Use a paper towel to blot as much of the stain as possible. Use carpet cleaner according to the directions on the container. Repeat as necessary.
Washable Dry Erase Crayons or Colored Pencils on mirrors

Spray the area with all purpose cleaner and wipe off with a paper towel. Repeat as needed.
My First Crayola Bath Crayons on metal

Spray the stained area with one of the above mentioned cleaning products, and wipe off with paper towels. Repeat as needed.
My First Crayola Bath Crayons on washable rugs

For machine washable rugs, pre-treat the stain with all purpose cleaner and apply a small amount of laundry detergent and work into the stain. Machine wash according to the manufacturer's suggestion. Allow to air dry. If stain remains, repeat procedure.
Washable Dry Erase Crayons or Colored Pencils on leather

Spray All Purpose cleaner on the stained area and wipe with a paper towel. If stain remains, apply leather cleaner according to directions on the container. Repeat as necessary.
My First Crayola Washable Dry Erase Crayons on brick concrete cement

Wipe off excess stain with a dry paper towel or soft cloth. Apply a solution of liquid dish soap mixed with warm water and scrub with a brush in a circular motion. Allow the area to dry. Apply a solution of OxiClean powder mixed with warm water to the stain and brush in a circular motion and rinse. Repeat as necessary.
My First Crayola Bath Crayons on upholstery

Remove as much of the stain as possible with paper towels. Work the stain from the outer edges towards the center, confining the stain. Spray the stained area with all purpose cleaner and blot with paper towels. Repeat as needed. Once the stain is removed, rinse with water. For persistent stains, use OxiClean cleaner according to the manufacturer's directions. Repeat as needed.
Washable Dry Erase Crayons or Colored Pencils on glass

Spray the area with all purpose cleaner and wipe off with a paper towel. Repeat as needed.
My First Crayola Washable Dry Erase Crayons on asphalt (blacktop)

Wipe off excess stain with a dry paper towel or soft cloth. Apply a solution of liquid dish soap mixed with warm water and scrub with a brush in a circular motion. Allow the area to dry. Apply a solution of OxiClean powder mixed with warm water to the stain and brush in a circular motion and rinse. Repeat as necessary.
My First Crayola Bath Crayons on unfinished wood (untreated/raw)

Spray the stained area with one of the above mentioned cleaning products, and wipe off with paper towels. Repeat as needed.
Washable Dry Erase Crayons or Colored Pencils on Formica®

Spray the area with all purpose cleaner and wipe off with a paper towel. Repeat as needed.
My First Crayola Washable Dry Erase Crayons on unwashable materials

Use a paper towel to blot as much of the stain as possible. Use carpet cleaner according to the directions on the container. Repeat as necessary.
My First Crayola Bath Crayons on whiteboard

Spray the stained area with one of the above mentioned cleaning products, and wipe off with paper towels. Repeat as needed.
Washable Dry Erase Crayons or Colored Pencils on finished wood (paint, stain, varnish)

Spray the area with all purpose cleaner and wipe off with a paper towel. Repeat as needed.
My First Crayola Washable Dry Erase Crayons on durable car interiors (cloth, carpet)

Use a paper towel to blot as much of the stain as possible. Use carpet cleaner according to the directions on the container. Repeat as necessary.
My First Crayola Washable Dry Erase Crayons on leather

Spray All Purpose cleaner on the stained area and wipe with a paper towel. If stain remains, apply leather cleaner according to the directions on the container. Repeat as needed.
Washable Dry Erase Crayons or Colored Pencils on fabrics-fresh stains/heat-set stains(melted)

Rinse the fabric with water to remove as much of the stain as possible. Apply liquid dish soap as a pre-treat to the stained area. Dissolve laundry detergent in hot water and machine wash the garment. OxiClean can be added to the wash cycle for extra cleaning power. Allow the garment to air dry. Repeat as necessary.
My First Crayola Bath Crayons on wallpaper

Spray the stained area with one of the above mentioned cleaning products, and wipe off with paper towels. Repeat as needed.
My First Crayola Washable Dry Erase Crayons on painted wall or wallboard

Wipe the stained area with a paper towel to remove as much of the stain as possible. Spray All Purpose cleaner on the stained area and wipe with a paper towel. If stain remains, use Mr. Clean Magic Eraser according to the directions on the container. Repeat as needed.

Please Note:

The suggestions for removing stains have been compiled as a service to our consumers. We are unable to guarantee or be responsible for the results obtained by these procedures. You may also wish to consult your local cleaner for further recommendations.

Before attempting the stain removal method, test each procedure on an inconspicuous area of the material or surface to be cleaned. Please be advised these stain removal methods involve hazardous products and are intended only for adult use. Crayola does not recommend children attempt these procedures.

In many procedures, specific brands of products are recommended. These are brands that performed most effectively in our laboratory. Always check individual containers for recommended procedures and warnings. Competitive brand products may work equally well.

For additional assistance, contact us toll-free at 800-272-9652 weekdays between 9 AM and 4 PM Eastern Time.

Washable Dry Erase Crayons or Colored Pencils on painted wallboard

My First Crayola Washable Dry Erase Crayons on upholstery

My First Crayola Washable Dry Erase Crayons on carpet (rubber-backed nylon commercial grade)

Washable Dry Erase Crayons or Colored Pencils on whiteboard

My First Crayola Bath Crayons on fabric (fresh/heat-set)

My First Crayola Washable Dry Erase Crayons on carpet

Washable Dry Erase Crayons or Colored Pencils on mirrors

My First Crayola Bath Crayons on metal

My First Crayola Bath Crayons on washable rugs

Washable Dry Erase Crayons or Colored Pencils on leather

My First Crayola Washable Dry Erase Crayons on brick concrete cement

My First Crayola Bath Crayons on upholstery

Washable Dry Erase Crayons or Colored Pencils on glass

My First Crayola Washable Dry Erase Crayons on asphalt (blacktop)

My First Crayola Bath Crayons on unfinished wood (untreated/raw)

Washable Dry Erase Crayons or Colored Pencils on Formica&reg;

My First Crayola Washable Dry Erase Crayons on unwashable materials

My First Crayola Bath Crayons on whiteboard

Washable Dry Erase Crayons or Colored Pencils on finished wood (paint, stain, varnish)

My First Crayola Washable Dry Erase Crayons on durable car interiors (cloth, carpet)

My First Crayola Washable Dry Erase Crayons on leather

Washable Dry Erase Crayons or Colored Pencils on fabrics-fresh stains/heat-set stains(melted)

My First Crayola Bath Crayons on wallpaper

My First Crayola Washable Dry Erase Crayons on painted wall or wallboard

Washable Dry Erase Crayons or Colored Pencils on Formica®