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How to Remove Ink from Leather

March 2, 2010

Cleaning a leather purse with ink on it.Try hairspray! I had a blue pen and the ink went on my fingers. I went to push the stool in and it went on the stool. I tried Jif, bleach and alcohol, they all didn't work. When it came to hairspray, it came straight off with just one wipe down.

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So if you have any leather that has been marked with ink, don't stop and think that it's a scar for life. Let me tell you that hairspray was the best product I ever used!

By Olivia from Bexley, NSW

Editor's Note: Be sure to test the hairspray in an inconspicuous place first. It may remove the color from leather, depending on the quality of the dye and the deepness of the color. White or cream seems to have the best results.

 

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November 9, 20153 found this helpful
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I also have blue ink on my beautiful leather seats in my van. I tried magic eraser, hairspray, and even brake cleaner. Nothing worked. I had ChapStick in my hand as a last resort to let it sit for 3 days, then I read about Nail polish remover. I only have non acetone pads but I used them and IT WORKED!!! I'm so grateful for everyone's advice. If I were you and had this problem please try each tip a little at a time

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bcz with leather being different textures what doesn't work for one type may be a lifesaver to another.

 
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June 9, 2008

My children's school work got wet and the ink transferred to my light beige leather car seats. I could read the school work on my seats. I went to this site quickly before I left for work.

 
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June 15, 2010

A client of mine accidentally made a long ink pen line on the leather in my Cadillac. I tried all of the suggested removal methods and they did not remove the ink.

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Finally, I decided to call Dr. Vinyl in Naples, FL to have the area redyed.

 
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January 11, 2005

I need help taking off ink that busted in the pocket and got all over my leather jacket. It's really bad. Can you please help me. Thanks.

Sabrina

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By Rita (Guest Post)
January 13, 20050 found this helpful
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beauty school secret... hair spray will break down ink or dry then blot it with a dry towel.works good on almost any material even carpet.

 
By Corey (Guest Post)
January 29, 20060 found this helpful
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I've had great success removing ink using plain old rubbing alcohol, even on fine Italian leathers. The little first-aid kit packets are great as they are highly saturated and if you don't unfold them...they have a nice thin edge for precision.

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I always wash off the alcohol with a damp cloth after the ink is gone and then condition the leather since alcohol is drying. Good luck!

 
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June 7, 2011

How do I remove ball point ink from leather?

By nfeeney

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June 20, 20110 found this helpful
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Try rubbing alcohol on a cotton ball. However it may take off the leather dye, too, so check first on an inconspicuous spot.

 
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May 16, 2011

I have tried all the tips and tricks suggested but nothing has worked! Any other idea on how to remove blue pen ink from tan leather?

By Silver C

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May 17, 20111 found this helpful
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This will sound unlikely but as long as it is leather and not suede; just spray the ink with a little hair spray/lacquer and it should rub off with a cloth. It works on a lot of different surfaces but don't try it on anything which has a nap, like suede and fabric.

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I have used this often and it does work, this was a tip I picked up from watching the 'How clean is your house' team, Kim and Aggie on tv.

 
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June 1, 2011

How would I remove a blue Biro mark from a white leather jacket?

By Jemma

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August 8, 20112 found this helpful
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White toothpaste works for me but be sure to test a hidden area first.

 
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January 31, 2011

To remove ink from leather, spray with hairspray then wipe away. Test first on an inconspicuous place

By katesnanna from Brisbane, Australia

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Silver Post Medal for All Time! 267 Posts
January 13, 20170 found this helpful
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The reason hairspray is used for removing stains is because it has a high alcohol content. You could use isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol in it's place.

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I don't think hairspray is particularly good for your hair.

 
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January 1, 2011

I need information for removing ink from leather.

By Sue

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