2007-01-14 22:20:38 · 18 answers · asked by lovelace 2 in Home & Garden ➔ Cleaning & Laundry
Hair Spray!
2007-01-14 22:24:01 · answer #1 · answered by Welshchick 7 · 2⤊ 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 as they break down the finish and will eventually ruin it
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.
Source(s):
www.LTTsolutions.net
Leather care consultants to the furniture and cleaning industries
2007-01-15 02:36:27 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Had this happen on my leather seats in my car... use a cotton ball with rubbing alcohol. Apply just a small amount to the cotton ball and run on the stain. Then blot with a clean paper towel or dry cloth. Repeat as needed until the stain is gone. This DOES NOT work on suede.
2007-01-21 05:04:45 · answer #3 · answered by sunny 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
this is what i found out when i did it. I bought a very expensive ($350) leather purse and when i called the store i was told that if i didn't get it off right away, it was now too late!!
2007-01-22 15:40:49 · answer #4 · answered by sushimaven 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
This is going to sound insane but it works on smooth surfaces. Use hairspray. Do a test patch to make sure it doesn't damage the leather (it shouldn't but may if the leather is painted) Just spray it on and wipe it off.
2007-01-14 22:25:11 · answer #5 · answered by Wealth of useless information 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Everclear 190 Proof grain alcohol will take off almost any stain, dap a little on a folded paper towel and rub it right off. Just be careful, it is as flamable as gasoline.
2007-01-14 22:45:10 · answer #6 · answered by geronrocks1 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Try spraying hairspray on it... use the cheap stuff like aqua net it seems to work better for some reason.
2007-01-21 08:22:43 · answer #7 · answered by Stephanie B 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hair spray ! The cheap stuff.Spray a little on & wipe it clean !
2007-01-21 16:28:45 · answer #8 · answered by boatworker 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
use hairspray - I read about this the other day in The Goddess Guide!! Who'd have guessed it
2007-01-14 22:50:30 · answer #9 · answered by MMM 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
nail polish remover
2007-01-14 22:30:54 · answer #10 · answered by hunting wabbit 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋