{"id":2771,"date":"2021-08-12T10:32:49","date_gmt":"2021-08-12T10:32:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/how2removestains.com\/?p=2771"},"modified":"2021-08-12T10:32:53","modified_gmt":"2021-08-12T10:32:53","slug":"how-to-remove-whiteboard-marker-stains-from-clothes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/how2removestains.com\/how-to-remove-whiteboard-marker-stains-from-clothes\/","title":{"rendered":"How to remove whiteboard marker stains from clothes"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>A whiteboard marker is great compared to its predecessor, chalk, which was dusty and messy to clean. However, it is not so fun to clean if it ends up on clothing fabric. Your young ones may accidentally get white marker stains at school or playdates, while you could even get some on yourself at work while working on a presentation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Worry not- whiteboard marker stains can be removed by using Isopropyl alcohol, distilled white vinegar, or Murphy oil liquid soap.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whiteboard markers contain pigments and resins, so when they come into contact with fabric, they get trapped within the fibers. This can make the cleaning process a bit hard. To successfully remove whiteboard marker stains, you can use the following household products:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Isopropyl alcohol<\/li><li>Distilled white vinegar<\/li><li>Murphy oil liquid soap<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_40 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-visibility-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/how2removestains.com\/how-to-remove-whiteboard-marker-stains-from-clothes\/#Using_isopropyl_alcohol_on_whiteboard_marker_stains\" title=\"Using isopropyl alcohol on whiteboard marker stains\">Using isopropyl alcohol on whiteboard marker stains<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/how2removestains.com\/how-to-remove-whiteboard-marker-stains-from-clothes\/#Using_a_combination_of_white_vinegar_and_isopropyl_alcohol\" title=\"Using a combination of white vinegar and isopropyl alcohol\">Using a combination of white vinegar and isopropyl alcohol<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/how2removestains.com\/how-to-remove-whiteboard-marker-stains-from-clothes\/#Murphy_Oil_Soap_on_marker_stains\" title=\"Murphy Oil Soap on marker stains\">Murphy Oil Soap on marker stains<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/how2removestains.com\/how-to-remove-whiteboard-marker-stains-from-clothes\/#Frequently_asked_questions\" title=\"Frequently asked questions\">Frequently asked questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/how2removestains.com\/how-to-remove-whiteboard-marker-stains-from-clothes\/#What_can_you_use_in_place_of_Isopropyl_Alcohol\" title=\"What can you use in place of Isopropyl Alcohol?\">What can you use in place of Isopropyl Alcohol?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/how2removestains.com\/how-to-remove-whiteboard-marker-stains-from-clothes\/#Can_you_use_hand_sanitizer_in_place_of_isopropyl_alcohol\" title=\"Can you use hand sanitizer in place of isopropyl alcohol?\">Can you use hand sanitizer in place of isopropyl alcohol?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/how2removestains.com\/how-to-remove-whiteboard-marker-stains-from-clothes\/#What_can_I_use_on_set-in_stubborn_whiteboard_marker_stains\" title=\"What can I use on set-in stubborn whiteboard marker stains?\">What can I use on set-in stubborn whiteboard marker stains?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/how2removestains.com\/how-to-remove-whiteboard-marker-stains-from-clothes\/#Can_bleach_be_used_to_remove_whiteboard_marker_stains_from_white_clothes\" title=\"Can bleach be used to remove whiteboard marker stains from white clothes?\">Can bleach be used to remove whiteboard marker stains from white clothes?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/how2removestains.com\/how-to-remove-whiteboard-marker-stains-from-clothes\/#Wrapping_up\" title=\"Wrapping up\">Wrapping up<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Using_isopropyl_alcohol_on_whiteboard_marker_stains\"><\/span>Using isopropyl alcohol on whiteboard marker stains<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Isopropyl Alcohol is an excellent solvent that breaks down organic compounds like the ones found in whiteboard marker ink. However, you need to be careful of the type of fabric to be cleaned, as different materials react differently to different cleaning agents. Consider doing a spot test on an inconspicuous part of the fabric before proceeding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To use Isopropyl Alcohol to get rid of whiteboard marker stains on your clothing, you will need the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>\u00bd cup of Isopropyl alcohol<\/li><li>A liter of clean water<\/li><li>Paper towels<\/li><li>Cotton balls<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Procedure:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol type=\"1\"><li>First, try to remove any excess ink if it is a fresh stain by dabbing with paper towels.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Next, lay the fabric on a flat surface and place paper towels underneath the stained part.<\/li><li>Using cotton balls dipped in isopropyl alcohol, gently rub into the stained area from behind.<\/li><li>Change the paper towels underneath when they get wet and keep rubbing the stain.<\/li><li>The stain should gradually disappear.<\/li><li>Rinse the region with water and launder as usual.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Using_a_combination_of_white_vinegar_and_isopropyl_alcohol\"><\/span>Using a combination of white vinegar and isopropyl alcohol<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>White vinegar is a versatile liquid with several household uses, from cooking to cleaning, including even medicinal purposes. The acetic acid in vinegar makes it a good oxidant, so it complements the work done by isopropyl alcohol when removing whiteboard marker stains from clothes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What you\u2019ll need:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>\u00bd cup of isopropyl alcohol<\/li><li>A cup of white vinegar<\/li><li>A gallon of clean water<\/li><li>Paper towels<\/li><li>Cotton balls<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Follow these steps:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol type=\"1\"><li>Lay the fabric on top of a flat surface.<\/li><li>Place paper towels underneath the stained region to absorb isopropyl alcohol when cleaning.<\/li><li>Dampen a piece of cotton ball with isopropyl alcohol and dab on the affected region until the stain starts fading. Faint marks will still be visible.<\/li><li>Fill a container with about a gallon of water, pour in white vinegar, and mix evenly.<\/li><li>Put the fabric in and let it soak for fifteen to twenty minutes. The remaining marks should now be completely clear.<\/li><li>Remove the fabric and wring it to remove excess water, then launder as usual.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Murphy_Oil_Soap_on_marker_stains\"><\/span>Murphy Oil Soap on marker stains<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Murphy Oil Soap is a natural vegetable oil cleaning agent hailed for cleaning wooden surfaces, leather material, and stainless steel appliances. It is, therefore, not a surprise that it can clean whiteboard marker stains, since it is also used by artists to clean paintbrushes. This is because it is so good at dissolving organic compounds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To use Murphy Oil Soap to eliminate whiteboard marker stains, you will need the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Murphy Oil Soap<\/li><li>A hand towel<\/li><li>An old toothbrush&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Procedure:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol type=\"1\"><li>Lay the affected region on the hand towel to absorb any Murphy oil soap that seeps through.<\/li><li>Apply a dab of Murphy oil soap over the stain.<\/li><li>Gently using the old toothbrush, rub the soap over the stain. This will start to remove the stain.<\/li><li>Keep working with the toothbrush until no more whiteboard marks are visible, and repeat the process until you get completely rid of the stain.<\/li><li>Afterward, launder the fabric as usual.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_asked_questions\"><\/span>Frequently asked questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_can_you_use_in_place_of_Isopropyl_Alcohol\"><\/span>What can you use in place of Isopropyl Alcohol?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you can\u2019t get isopropyl alcohol from a local store, you can consider using rubbing alcohol which may contain isopropyl alcohol. Some may be ethanol-based but are equally effective and should still give you satisfactory results if used properly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_you_use_hand_sanitizer_in_place_of_isopropyl_alcohol\"><\/span>Can you use hand sanitizer in place of isopropyl alcohol?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes, you can use a hand sanitizer in place of isopropyl alcohol as it contain at least 60% alcohol, which is excellent for getting rid of whiteboard marker stains. However, it may not be as effective as isopropyl alcohol itself, as it was made for cleaning hands, and the chemical content in it is mild.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_can_I_use_on_set-in_stubborn_whiteboard_marker_stains\"><\/span>What can I use on set-in stubborn whiteboard marker stains?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In this case, the Murphy Oil Soap works best. You will, however, be required to let it sit on the stain for fifteen minutes before applying the above approach, where you scrub gently with an old toothbrush. You can then soak in distilled white vinegar, as described in the second process, followed by washing the clothing as usual.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_bleach_be_used_to_remove_whiteboard_marker_stains_from_white_clothes\"><\/span>Can bleach be used to remove whiteboard marker stains from white clothes?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes, bleach can remove whiteboard marker stains from white garments. Just make sure to handle bleach with care and not to mix it with any other ingredients. Mixing bleach with other cleaning agents can release toxic fumes that may be harmful to your health if inhaled.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Mix bleach and water then soak the white garment in, overnight works best. Afterwards, work on the spot with normal soap and water. Then launder as usual.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Wrapping_up\"><\/span>Wrapping up<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As long as you use whiteboard markers at work or home, you are likely to end up getting some of your garments or household fabrics stained. Using the remedies explained will help restore your clothes to their original form. As with any other stain, the sooner you treat the stains, the better. Doing this prevents the whiteboard mark stains from setting in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/how2removestains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/how-to-remove-whiteboard-marker-stains-from-clothes-2-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"How to remove whiteboard marker stains from clothes\" class=\"wp-image-2773\" srcset=\"https:\/\/how2removestains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/how-to-remove-whiteboard-marker-stains-from-clothes-2-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/how2removestains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/how-to-remove-whiteboard-marker-stains-from-clothes-2-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/how2removestains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/how-to-remove-whiteboard-marker-stains-from-clothes-2-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/how2removestains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/how-to-remove-whiteboard-marker-stains-from-clothes-2.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A whiteboard marker is great compared to its predecessor, chalk, which was dusty and messy to clean. 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