how do remove ball pen ink from leather suite?

Answer 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 they are about the worst thing you can use on a leather as they break down the finish and will eventually ruin it.

Please do not try milk it is a silly idea that this will work and will leave sticky residues on the surface which will help to break down the finish

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 industrie

Answer 2

When i bought my leather sofas i bought a leather cleaning kit with it. In there was a stick a bit like a pritt stick only it,s like an oil. It,s called ink removing stick.
My little boy drew all over the sofa with a pen. I used he stick on the stained parts which did,nt get rid of itcompletley the first time, but after a few applications my sofa looked as good as new.
Try going into a sofa shop and asking them if they havetheink remover. They might only do it in a kit but it,s worth it. I think the kits are around £10 - £15. Good luck.

Answer 3

Instructions

STEP 1: Work on removing the stain as soon as you discover it. Dried ink is especially difficult to get out, unless you act quickly.
STEP 2: Blot the stain with a soft dry cloth or cotton ball.
STEP 3: Moisten another cloth and clean lightly with circular movements. Dry the surface with a soft cloth.
STEP 4: Try a little saddle soap or another leather cleaner, but first read the label regarding its safety for use on your particular kind of leather. You may also try removing the stain with lukewarm water and shampoo.
STEP 5: Contact the manufacturer for a remedy for the type of ink used - the company may sell its own solvent.

Traditional wisdom recommends treating ink stains with milk or tomato. Cover the stain with a little milk or rub it with the cut side of a half a tomato. Take more care with the tomato remedy, as tomatoes contain some acidity. Rinse either treatment well.
Avoid any kind of cleaner or detergent, unless it's specified for the particular sofa or particular leather, as it could harm the leather.

Answer 4

Methylated spirits removes ink as well as grass stain´s , put a little on some cotton wool and rub gently , then rinse with tepid water . remove the smell by using baby wipes or any other kind of wipe ups

Answer 5

I am so glad to help you with this one!
Only 2 weeks ago I had the same problem, blue pen all over my white leather lounge. PLEASE do not do what others suggested to me and use metho, use a strong hairspray! It comes straight off!! Spray the ink mark till wet with hairspray leave for about 20 seconds then wipe off with a tissue. You will never know it was there.. good luck, please let me know how it worked!

Answer 6

hairspray,but do a test area first at the back of the sofa just in case.my suite is soft italian cream leather and hairspray got rid of ink stain on mine,just spray it on and wipe with a clean soft cloth xxx

Answer 7

take it to your local dry cleaners, if they can't get it out they can send it to a leather specialist. i work for one and they do a great job, but the downfall is that they are a little pricey. DO NOT use any liquid on it if the care tag says dry clean or professional leather cleaning only, it WILL ruin it

Answer 8

Very difficult to remove the longer it is left on it......get in touch with the company who supplied your suite and they should be able to help. Take a look on the google website http://www.google.co.uk
http://www.furnitureclinic.co.uk/About_Us.htm Tel, 01914826112 (UK)

Answer 9

I have had this problem also.Surgical Spirit will remove it very easily.I Used surgical spirit on a piece of kitchen paper towel or other soft material.It takes it off completely.

Answer 10

try a little zippo fluid i think that should work just put a bit on a cloth and rub till gone apply more if ness