2007-01-11 00:54:30 · 12 answers · asked by J. 2 times 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Cleaning & Laundry
Mr Clean magic eraser. That thing is amazing.
2007-01-11 00:59:13 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
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.
Silicones are the worst thing to use as they will form a coating on the surface of the leather which will not allow any moisture to get to the leather and will eventually break all the finish down and make it crack. Leather needs water and should not be protected against it.
Please do not use vaseline as this is grease and will stain the leather
Source(s):
www.LTTsolutions.net
Leather care consultants to the furniture and cleaning industries
2007-01-11 11:25:27 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Because leathers vary, always consult manufacturer's
care instructions. Frequent dusting is the only way to
clean most leathers with limited surface protection. An
art-gum eraser may remove ordinary dirt. The uncoated
surface readily absorbs liquids and oily substances.
Stains may be impossible to remove. For the same reason,
leather creams may create blotches.
Coated leathers, on the other hand, resist staining.
They can be occasionally washed with a mild soap (such as
castile) and water, wiped with a slightly damp cloth and
buffed dry. If desired, use leather cream once or twice
a year.
Do not use oils, furniture polishes, or varnishes on
leather because these products may contain solvents that
might make the leather sticky.
This article was written by Anne Field, Extension
Specialist, Emeritus with references from Wisconsin
Extension bulletin, Care and Cleaning of Upholstered
Furniture, and Georgia Extension bulletin, How to Care for
Your Furnishings.
2007-01-11 08:58:56 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Do not use alcohol, nail polish remover or anything that could dry the leather out. Go to the supermarket shoe care section and get yourself some Kiwi Saddle Soap. It'll cost less than 5 bucks. It's a soap that's made for cleaning all leathers. It applies with a damp sponge and won't harm your leather or change the color. You may have to do a couple of cleanings, depending on how long the ink has been on the leather. But it will be cheap and effortless. I can't believe no one has suggested it!
2007-01-11 11:18:54 · answer #4 · answered by sakeofease 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
If you get to it soon enough and its not too heavy try hairspray. Just spray it on and continue to wip with a clean white cloth. That should get quite a bit off. After that use a Mr Clean magic eraser. I never could get it all off but maybe not so noticeable
Good Luck and God Bless
2007-01-11 21:28:14 · answer #5 · answered by charlie's baby 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
try hair spray, spray andlet set for a few minutes and wash with dawn dish soap. Or lyson basin, tub and tile, FOAM cleaner is really good to get ink of most objects.
2007-01-11 09:27:41 · answer #6 · answered by ruth4526 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Alcohol.
2007-01-11 09:20:15 · answer #7 · answered by oldmanwitastick 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
my sister had the same problem and magic eraser didnt work. sorry. She tried everything and couldnt get it off..So if u find out how let me know. :D :D
2007-01-11 09:03:00 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Finger nail polish remover.
2007-01-11 09:04:16 · answer #9 · answered by Jayna 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Oxyclean, and elbow grease, worked for me.
Just rinse really, really well as it will leave a white film if you don't.
2007-01-11 08:57:52 · answer #10 · answered by Gem 7 · 0⤊ 2⤋