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Permanent Marker on Blinds

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Date: 07/10/2008 Topics: Cleaning > Blinds and Curtains | Readers Request > Cleaning  
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I need to know if anyone has any tips on how to get black permanent marker (sharpie) off vertical blinds still on the window! My 2 year old went crazy and scribbled all over them! I'm desperate.

Amanda Maitland, NSW
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By barbara (Guest Post)
Try scrubbing bubbles spray foam! Try it on your blinds also. dirt, grease, markers, run right off!

Posted on 11/19/2008 | Report Spam or Abuse

By TAMMY (Guest Post)
Try silicone (comes in an aerosole can). My husband is a blind installer and uses this on many marks that come from the manufacturers.

Posted on 08/31/2008 | Report Spam or Abuse

By louel53 (624) Contact
I have had good luck with Comet, or some other abrasive cleaner, but I have also had the Comet remove the finish from the surface (ie paint from the wall!). Try a small inconspicuous spot first.

Are your blinds metallic or plastic, or are they fabric covered? A smooth surface should be relatively easy to clean, but a fabric covered blind may require something else again.

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By craftymommyof2 (20) Contact
i see someone already suggested the mr.clean magic eraser they really are the best thing EVER!!also try fingernail polish remover!!

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By grace (Guest Post)
Ranger makes a solution that is used with their alcohol inks. Cost for a small bottle 5.00 at the most a little goes a long way. Sharpies are alcohol based pens. This will clean it up nicely.

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By allison (Guest Post)
Try WD-40

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By lamaromasa (Guest Post)
Try magic erasers either Mr. Clean brand or Target brand. I don't know how anyone with kids lives without them!! Good Luck

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By Cindy (Guest Post)
Most permanent marker can be removed with isopropyl alcohol.

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By racbccs (1) Contact
Try going over the permanent marker with a dry-erase marker. It has worked for me on many surfaces except some metals. Good Luck!

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By Lisa (Guest Post)
Try using "Goo Gone" or rubbing alcohol

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