2006-12-02 04:20:49 · 11 answers · asked by Jon 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Cleaning & Laundry
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.
DO NOT USE Baby wipes as theyare 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.
Old ink will be harder to remove than new ink and may mean resorting to solvents which will also remove the finish. This is probably best left to the experts.
2006-12-02 06:35:24 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
brake cleaner gets rid of any stain honestly it really works try in on a inconspicuous area first though to see how it affects the leather
2006-12-02 12:29:55 · answer #2 · answered by shell 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
wipe it with a wet cloth with a little bit of washing up liquid then spray with furniture polish it will get rid of the ink mark
2006-12-02 12:23:46 · answer #3 · answered by Bella 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
hairspray it does the trick but let it sink in before you dab( dont rub ) i do it all the time as my little girl has a thing about drawing on my leather.
2006-12-02 12:29:43 · answer #4 · answered by sweetness 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Try goo gone. It's sold at any art supply store. Funny name but it works miracles.
2006-12-02 13:15:54 · answer #5 · answered by that_one_day 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
try a pen eraser
2006-12-05 10:56:19 · answer #6 · answered by nancy o 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
try a baby wipe
2006-12-02 21:09:02 · answer #7 · answered by only-me 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
USE A SMALL AMOUNT OF WD40,AND WIPE OFF.
2006-12-02 19:00:34 · answer #8 · answered by selina67 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
try rubbing with toothpaste
2006-12-02 12:23:15 · answer #9 · answered by dumplingmuffin 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
if it,s Biro use hair lacquer
2006-12-02 12:39:14 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋