How do you get ink out of cloth?
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Dfm on Jan 31, 2016hi! there are about 5 different things to try for ink removal. krud cutter tough task citrus remover, carbona stain devils ink pen version, rubbing alcohol, and motsenbocker's "lift off- and goop. that big online retail store that begins with an "a" and ends with "n" carries most of these. now motesen's- it's labeled for hard surface, but my scrub top had tons of ink marks, and it worked just fine. just was immediately. goop is generally sold as a hand cleaner for mechanics. sometimes krud cutter is found in the paint department at hardware stores... not with the other cleaners as it takes out old dried paint as well.Helpful Reply
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Jennifer richardson on Jan 31, 2016hi a friend of mine used to spray with hair spray,leave for a while then wash offHelpful Reply
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Davie Adam on Jan 31, 2016soak the ink part in milk then wash.Helpful Reply
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Lynn on Jan 31, 2016i have used both rubbing alcohol and hair spray wi th good results. let set awhile then wash in cold water. hang dry.Helpful Reply
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Sharon on Jan 31, 2016hair spray works greatHelpful Reply
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Janet Pizaro on Jan 31, 2016You can also try Mr. Clean magic eraser.Helpful Reply
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Michelle on Jan 31, 2016Hair spray, takes time but does workHelpful Reply
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Patricia on Jan 31, 2016Rubbing alcohol. It works amazingly fast--just keep blotting and gently rubbing in. And if you happen to get ballpoint ink on clothes while you're out and about, just use a disinfecting wipe (like Purell). It'll get most of the ink out immediately and you can finish up at home with straight alcohol.Helpful Reply
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G.perrette on Jan 31, 2016I read somewhere that it's the alcohol in the hairspray that does the job. There is a higher strength alcohol. I noticed that when I went looking. It's 91% Isopropyl instead of the regular. I wish you luck!!Helpful Reply
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Jimmy bennett on Jan 31, 2016Home Depot sells Zep orange citrus degreaser , spray , rub in ,add full strength liquid dish detergent / Dawn rub in , wash out .works great as a quick spot cleaner the citrus spray will probably do it alone , but i always add the Dawn for any residual oils . works better than any of the above or any thing else I've ever used. this citrus product is amazing . i mix up a 25% citrus cleaner to 75%water ,& enough dish detergent to suit my cleaning purposes to make a spray cleaner . it's so versatile to change the formula as needed ,& smells great .Helpful Reply
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Jean Thompson on Jan 31, 2016Read that you can use Milk to get ink stains out. Have to leave it soak for a while...Helpful Reply
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Beve Falley on Jan 31, 2016Just want to second the hairspray hint, I got red ink out of a satin blouse with it in the past. You just need to apply it several times and don't panic when it seems to be spreading it.Helpful Reply
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MN Mom on Jan 31, 2016Give the tablecloth to their mother and ask for her suggestionsHelpful Reply
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Greenbeings on Jan 31, 2016Yep, hairspray!Helpful Reply
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Mar3393727 on Jan 31, 2016I used to use hair spray, worked for me.Helpful Reply
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Cris on Jan 31, 2016Hairspray has always worked for me...but the old kind like aqua net!Helpful Reply
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Rosemary Hesse on Jan 31, 2016I find Hydron-peroxide works best for me. Has not failed me on any stain or fabric. Will not even harm silk.Helpful Reply
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Leslie on Jan 31, 2016I have always used the cheap aerosol-type hairspray. It works on my husband's dress shirts and my kids t-shirts as well. Like was mentioned above, AquaNet if it is still around. Also, I think rubbing alcohol works, but I would test dab it in an inconspicuous place, just in case it lightens the color. Good Luck!Helpful Reply
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Barb on Jan 31, 2016Yep! Hair spray is the answer to all the world's problems!!!Helpful Reply
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CK on Jan 31, 2016Try hairspray as recommended. And then if it doesn't work, make your nephew's mother buy you a new one ;-) LOL!Helpful Reply
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Swan Road Designs on Jan 31, 2016Eek! First of all, WHO writes on someone else's tablecloth? I've never heard of such poor behavior/manners. Okay, I'll get off my soapbox. The first thing you might want to try is drenching it with plain old rubbing alcohol, then blot with a paper towel on both sides. I used to use that on my nursing uniforms. Worked like a charm. If that doesn't do the trick, massage in a good quantity of men's aerosol saving cream. It that fails you then, as has already been suggested, use hairspray. Beyond that, I can't offer any further suggestions. And, yes, whether or not you get the stains out, your nephews owe you a new tablecloth.Helpful Reply
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Kathy on Jan 31, 2016Thanks to everyone for your feedback. The hairspray didn't work for me so I'm trying the citrus spray and Dawn.Helpful Reply
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Marge Shay on Jan 31, 2016Hairspray and Era laundry detergent.Helpful Reply
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Sandra Scott on Jan 31, 2016Surgical Spirits worked for meHelpful Reply
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Patti C on Feb 02, 2016Before doing anything, take it to the cleaners. It is worth paying the price to get it back without any ink. They can get it our, but sometimes after you have tried and failed, it is more difficult for them, and some may remain. If you really love your tablecloth, take it to the cleaners.Helpful Reply
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Semeeker on Feb 03, 2016Rub a raw onion on it. Has worked for me many times when pens have leaked.Helpful Reply
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