This really depends on what type of leather it is.
If it is on a pigmented leather then the first thing you should try is an ink stick. The fresher the ink the more chance you have of removing it. It is a good idea to have one in your house if you have a pale leather and children!!!!
You should also be using a good quality leather protector on a pale suite. This will act like a 'scotchgard' and will make any more mishaps easier to clean off.
If an ink stick doesn't work a solvent based remover will need to be used and it may also remove finish and pigment so is best left to the experts.
Hairspray sometimes works but can also make the matter far worse as it can spread the ink over a bigger area. Nail varnish remover or any other solvents will remove the finish and pigment which will need replacing.
Baby wipes are about the worst thing you can use on a leather sofa as they break down the finish and will eventually ruin your suite.
If the ink is on an aniline style, there is nothing that will remove it because the ink will have re-dyed the leather. It may dissipate over time with cleaning and protecting.
2006-10-19 22:06:42
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answered by Anonymous
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it depends how much ink we are talking about and also the color of your leather. I have bone colored leather and got a small line of blue ink about two inches long . I rubbed lightly with an alcohol swab and it came off. so did a little bit of the dye but it is not too noticable. if you have lots, so sorry there is nothing that will remove ink from leather, you may have to redye the particular panel. if you have a small amount and decide to use my suggestion please bear in mind that you must rub lightly and if your leather is darker you should be extremely cautious. it should work on bone or white. good luck. p.s the alcohol will remove the oils from the surface of the leather so you should oil the spot that you treated with some leather conditioner.
2006-10-19 16:47:09
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answered by brooster 2
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Sitesled may be helpful but it appears necessary to slog through hunderds of questions to see if yours is among them.
As the alcohol user indicated, the consequences of using some chemicals are irrreversible, and could even more significantly and adversely affect appearance and therefore value.
First check your owner's manual. If no help there, inquire at manufacturer's website. If still no solution take it to an auto upholstry shop or a leather craftsperson.
2006-10-19 23:48:51
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answered by Anonymous
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I have experienced this with my leather headboard. I use my "special" brand bleach and after that apply Leather & Vinyl to act as polishing. Let me know if your problem still not solve.
2006-10-19 17:22:34
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answered by KC 1
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Aerosol hair spray! Sounds weird but try it... Wipe with a wet washcloth afterwards. Also, it'll only work if you do it soon after the "incident"... not a a couple days or a week later. ;) GL.
2006-10-19 17:03:51
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answered by Monkey 2
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2006-10-19 17:11:33
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answered by Anonymous
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Use a Mr. Clean magic eraser. Just wet it with water and clean, they work great and are cheap.
2006-10-19 16:48:49
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answered by LeighAnn D 4
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Rubbing alcohol should remove it very easily.
2006-10-19 18:19:25
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answered by judy_derr38565 6
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