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Metallic Markers on Painted Wall

Spray the stained area with window cleaner and wipe off with a paper towel. If stain remains, saturate a cotton ball with rubbing alcohol and blot the remaining stain. If stain persists, rub a wet paper towel over Fels Naptha bar soap and apply the lather to the stain, work in a circular motion. Rinse with water. Repeat as needed.

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  • Cleaning Materials
    Capture Spot and Stain Remover
    Rubbing Alcohol
    Sponge
    Upholstery/Rug Shampoo

    Dampen a sponge with rubbing alcohol to use in a blotting motion over the stain. Change the sponge as needed. Apply upholstery/carpet shampoo according to the manufacturer’s direction. If stain remains, use Capture Spot & Soil remover per the manufacturer’s direction. If stain persists, rub a wet paper towel over Fels Naptha bar soap and apply the lather to the stain, let rest for 5 minutes. Wipe off with a paper towel or cloth and hot water. Repeat as needed.
  • Cleaning Materials
    Paper Towels
    Liquid Dish Soap Preferred Dawn or Joy
    All Purpose Cleaner Windex or Formula 409

    Dampen paper towels with warm water and apply liquid dish soap. Use the soapy towel to work over the area in a circular motion to loosen and remove as much putty as possible.  Spray residue stain with All Purpose cleaner and wipe with paper towels.  Repeat as needed.
  • Cleaning Materials
    Liquid Dish Soap
    Rubbing Alcohol
    Fels Naptha Bar Soap

    Add liquid dish soap to warm water. Wash the surface with paper towels to remove as much stain as possible. Saturate a cotton ball with rubbing alcohol and blot the remaining stain. If stain persists, rub a wet paper towel over Fels Naptha bar soap and apply the lather to the stain, work in a circular motion. Rinse with water. Repeat as needed.
  • Cleaning Materials
    Liquid Dish Soap
    Rubbing Alcohol
    Fels Naptha Bar Soap

    Add liquid dish soap to warm water. Wash the surface with paper towels to remove as much stain as possible. Saturate a cotton ball with rubbing alcohol and blot the remaining stain. If stain persists, rub a wet paper towel over Fels Naptha bar soap and apply the lather to the stain, work in a circular motion. Rinse with water. Repeat as needed.
  • Cleaning Materials
    Paper Towels
    Sponge
    Liquid Dish Soap Preferred Dawn or Joy
    All Purpose Cleaner Windex or Formula 409
    Mr Clean Magic Eraser

    Spray the stained area with All Purpose cleaner and wipe with paper towels.  If stain persists, dampen a sponge with warm water and liquid dish soap to work the area in a circular motion.  Rinse with water.  Dry the area with paper towels.  Repeat as needed.

    ALTERNATIVE SUGGESTION:  Mr. Clean Magic Eraser can be used per the manufacturer's direction.

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We are happy to offer stain removal suggestions as a service to consumers. While our methods were tested successfully, we can't guarantee results. Test each suggestion on an inconspicuous area first. Consult a professional cleaner if needed. Recommended brands are effective, but others may work too. Methods are for adult use only. Check containers for use and warnings.

Call 800-272-9652 weekdays between 9 AM and 4 PM ET if you have further questions.

We are happy to offer stain removal suggestions as a service to consumers. While our methods were tested successfully, we can’t guarantee results. Test each suggestion on an inconspicuous area first. Consult a professional cleaner if needed.
Recommended brands are effective, but others may work too. Methods are for adult use only. Check containers for use and warnings.

Call 800-272-9652 weekdays between 9 AM and 4 PM ET if you have further questions.