Asked on Aug 12, 2015
Return to white finish!
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SindyBaron
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A 'friend' sat at my dining room table and used a blue sharpie on his papers. It went thru to the table. I don't want to do anything to radical for fear of stripping. Any suggestions?
18 answers
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I'd try using a magic eraser and see if that will remove it without disturbing the finish.
Z
on Aug 12, 2015
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What is the finish made of? Rubbing alcohol removes Sharpie ink even on washable paint (test first though so you don't ruin the finish).
B. Enne
on Aug 12, 2015
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I agree with the "magic eraser" approach. Those are gems!
Carolyn
on Aug 13, 2015
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Try hairspray. It worked on my upholstered chair so it might work on something solid. It's worth a try.
Barb
on Aug 13, 2015
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Hairspray has acetone in it and will "melt" or dissolve plastics and latex.
Wanda Arganbright
on Aug 13, 2015
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I used hand sanitizer it worked great
Teri
on Aug 13, 2015
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Thanks! I'll give it a try. Often it's the most simply things isn't it? Sindy
SindyBaron
on Aug 13, 2015
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I had a friend spill a glass of water on my table and didn't tell me. After several days, the wood needed to be refinished. I didn't have the time or energy for that. I bought a piece of glass the size of the table, bought fabric to put under the glass; the same size as the glass and table top, and now have a permanent table cloth on my table, glass that can easily be wiped up, and I can change the fabric with the season.
PS Clark
on Aug 13, 2015
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Problem is my table has drop down leaves which I use as needed. Thank you so much tho!
SindyBaron
on Aug 13, 2015
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My daughter did this on my table years ago. I cleaned with every type of cleaner that I knew wouldn't harm the finish (fantastic, glass plus, etc.) Most of it came off and what was left eventually wore off.
Nancy
on Aug 13, 2015
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I use a fleece lined protector on my table all the time under a tablecloth.This protects against accidents, hot coffee cup,etc.
Barbara C
on Aug 13, 2015
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Mr Clean Magic Eraser will remove permanent marker and shouldn't effect the finish. We work on fitness equipment and I use the Magic Marker on the painted finishes without any scratching to the surface. These things are amazing! I would test on an inconspicuose area on the under side, but I would be absolutely shocked if it caused a problem. Also, I never use a whole sponge. I always cut them in thirds or even quarters. They have become my go to with crazy stain issues. I haven't been disappointed yet. Good luck!
Ginny Cooper Brown
on Aug 13, 2015
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Thank you. As what my mom used to say -and hated- this too shall pass! Thanks Nancy Sindy
SindyBaron
on Aug 13, 2015
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goo be gone.. sold in stores
Karen Cousin
on Aug 13, 2015
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Thank you Karen. I will give it a try!
SindyBaron
on Aug 14, 2015
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Sometimes hair spray works on sharpies. Goo gone works on lot of things.
Diane
on Aug 15, 2015
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Wow! Never heard about the hairspray! Thanx so much!
SindyBaron
on Aug 16, 2015
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Goo gone can ruin a finish. Try MINERAL SPIRITS. You can also try KRUD CUTTER. (Both available at home improvement/ local Hardware stores) I used mineral spirits to remove duct tape glue from my neighbor's car. Had to rub quite a bit, but absolutely zero finish issues. Paint axtually looks better than washing! ( wear blue gloves) Krud Cutter works on almost every suface, but, tends to leave a slight residue, easily cleaned off w/ a 'glass cleaner' product and a clean lint free cloth. good luck, let me know if it worked. ; )
Jeff C. Keane
on Aug 16, 2015
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