WHAT TIPS DO YOU HAVE FOR REMOVING BALLPOINT PEN INK? ROLLER, GEL OR HIGHLIGHTER INK? DRY ERASE INK?

Important: A word of caution before trying any of the ink removal methods suggested below: some surfaces and fabrics may be permanently damaged by the use of hair spray, rubbing alcohol or all-purpose cleaners. If in doubt, test on a "hidden" area first. There is no guarantee that these removal methods will be effective.



Writing instrument ink is designed to write on paper or other writing surfaces. It contains certain ingredients that could stain certain types of materials and fabrics. Although we cannot guarantee or be responsible for any stain removal method, we would suggest you try the following methods:



For Ballpoint ink we recommend an alcohol-based hair spray. The alcohol content in the hair spray will break up the ink. If the ink is on clothing, saturate the item with hair spray. Be sure to place an absorbent paper towel or rag under the stain to catch the excess ink. You then need to blot the stain with a rag. Repeat this process until the stain is removed, then launder as usual.



If the ink is on anything other than clothing, spray the hair spray directly on the stain and then wipe off with a clean paper towel or rag. You might need to do this a few times depending on the size of the stain.



Our Roller, Gel and Highlighter inks are water-based and we recommend trying an all-purpose cleaner instead of hair spray.



If the ink is on clothing, saturate the item with the all-purpose cleaner. Be sure to place an absorbent paper towel or rag under the stain to catch the excess ink. You then need to blot the stain with a rag. Repeat this process until the stain is removed, then launder as usual.



If the ink is on anything other than clothing, spray the all-purpose cleaner directly on the stain and then wipe off with a clean paper towel or rag. You might need to do this a few times depending on the size of the stain.



Dry Erase ink is erasable only on dry wipe surfaces, but is permanent on other surfaces. In certain conditions, it may be possible for the ink to be removed by using an alcohol wipe or alcohol on a cloth or paper towel. If the ink is on clothing, pre-wash the item as soon as possible and then launder as usual.



Permanent Marker ink. Permanent ink is intended to be permanent and cannot be removed. However, in certain conditions, it may be possible for the ink to be removed by using rubbing alcohol. If the ink is on clothing, place an absorbent paper towel or rag under the stain. Then gently dab the stain with rubbing alcohol using another rag or paper towel. Repeat this process until the stain is removed, then launder as usual. If the ink is on anything other than clothing, dab the rubbing alcohol directly on the stain and then wipe off with a clean paper towel or rag. You might need to do this a few times depending on the size of the stain.



For All Inks: If these suggested methods do not remove the stain completely, we suggest contacting a professional cleaning company or the manufacturer of the stained item. They may have other suggestions or be able to professionally remove it for you.