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Cleaning Materials
Whiteboard Cleaner Any Type
All Purpose Cleaner
Rubbing Alcohol
Clorox Cleanup Spray Bottle
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 (spray bottle) according to the directions on the container. You may also try the following: Use another color dry-erase marker over the stain and wipe off while ink is still wet. Sometimes, using another color marker over the color, lifts the under color when erased.
ADDITIONAL NOTES: If whiteboard surface is porcelain, the dry-erase markers should erase easily. If the whiteboard surface is laminated, use the suggestion provided. NOT RECOMMENDED: Soft Scrub or any abrasive cleaner.
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Cleaning Materials
Clorox Cleanup Spray Bottle
Rubbing Alcohol
Whiteboard Cleaner Any Type
All Purpose Cleaner
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. You may also try the following: Use another color dry-erase marker over the stain and wipe off while ink is still wet. Sometimes, using another color marker over the color, lifts the under color when erase.
ADDITIONAL NOTES: If whiteboard surface is porcelain, the dry-erase marker should erase easily. If the whiteboard surface is laminate, use the suggestion provided. NOT RECOMMENDED: Soft Scrub or any abrasive cleaner.
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Cleaning Materials
Capture Spot and Stain Remover
Rubbing Alcohol
Sponge
Upholstery/Rug Shampoo
Dampen a sponge with rubbing alcohol and use a blotting motion to absorb the marker stain, changing the sponge as often as needed. Apply upholstery/rub shampoo according to the directions on the container. If stain remains, use Capture spot and soil remover according to the directions on the container. -
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
Capture Spot and Stain Remover
Rubbing Alcohol
Sponge
Upholstery/Rug Shampoo
Dampen a sponge with rubbing alcohol and use a blotting motion to absorb the marker stain, changing the sponge as often as needed. Apply upholstery/rug shampoo according to the directions on the container. If stain remains, use Capture spot and soil remover according to the directions on the container.
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.
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