Expert reveals surprising truth behind viral stain removal tips!
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Many know the dread of finding a child's masterpiece drawn in permanent marker on furniture, doors, or floors.
But according to a popular online cleaning group, there are plenty of unexpected household items that can double as fuss-free stain removers.
The question is, do these viral cleaning tips really work?
A desperate mum sought advice on removing permanent marker stains from her door in a group on social media.
The post, featuring a photo of the artistic endeavour, was flooded with responses.
Surprisingly, traditional cleaning products were not the most recommended solution.
Instead, suggestions ranged from sunscreen to WD40.
One group member shared, 'Personally, hair spray has worked wonders to remove permanent markers off furniture and walls. It's the only reason we have hairspray in the house.'
Another replied, 'Sounds silly, but get a whiteboard marker and go over it.'
'We used to use Glen 20 to get permanent marker off of plastic buckets—maybe try that, but just do a small test first to make sure it doesn’t strip the paint,' a third added.
The post garnered over 600 comments, with suggestions becoming increasingly unconventional.
Aeroguard, sunscreen, lemon essential oil, hand sanitiser, hair spray, toothpaste, fly spray, nail polish remover, shaving cream, and even deodorant were all proposed as potential solutions.
Many of these recommendations came from personal experience, with group members swearing by these unusual methods.
Prior to utilising any of these DIY solutions, Cleaning and organisation expert Anita Birges advised considering the surface you want to remove the marker from.
The effectiveness of these home remedies, she said, largely depends on the surface you're trying to clean.
For instance, using hair spray could damage the paint on your walls or doors, creating a bigger problem than the original marker stain.
'Whatever it is that you want to try to remove permanent marker, it’s best to use it in an inconspicuous spot first to see how well it works and whether it impacts the paint or surface,' Anita said.
She confirmed that some household items like toothpaste or sunscreen can indeed work, but the key to not damaging a surface further is allowing the product to lift the stain out instead of scrubbing it.
'Don’t just spray it and start scrubbing. If you wait a few minutes, you will see the marker starting to dissolve,' she explained.
'Once this starts to happen, do not start scrubbing. Just give it a light wipe once the stain is lifted with a microfibre cloth.'
But for those stubborn stains that refuse to budge, Anita recommends Diggers Green Power Graffiti Remover from Bunnings as a reliable solution.
Members, have you tried any of these tips? Share your experiences and tips you might have in the comments below!
But according to a popular online cleaning group, there are plenty of unexpected household items that can double as fuss-free stain removers.
The question is, do these viral cleaning tips really work?
A desperate mum sought advice on removing permanent marker stains from her door in a group on social media.
The post, featuring a photo of the artistic endeavour, was flooded with responses.
A mum asked for tips on how to remove permanent marker stains from her door on social media. Image source: Facebook.
Surprisingly, traditional cleaning products were not the most recommended solution.
Instead, suggestions ranged from sunscreen to WD40.
One group member shared, 'Personally, hair spray has worked wonders to remove permanent markers off furniture and walls. It's the only reason we have hairspray in the house.'
Another replied, 'Sounds silly, but get a whiteboard marker and go over it.'
'We used to use Glen 20 to get permanent marker off of plastic buckets—maybe try that, but just do a small test first to make sure it doesn’t strip the paint,' a third added.
The post garnered over 600 comments, with suggestions becoming increasingly unconventional.
Aeroguard, sunscreen, lemon essential oil, hand sanitiser, hair spray, toothpaste, fly spray, nail polish remover, shaving cream, and even deodorant were all proposed as potential solutions.
Many of these recommendations came from personal experience, with group members swearing by these unusual methods.
Prior to utilising any of these DIY solutions, Cleaning and organisation expert Anita Birges advised considering the surface you want to remove the marker from.
The effectiveness of these home remedies, she said, largely depends on the surface you're trying to clean.
For instance, using hair spray could damage the paint on your walls or doors, creating a bigger problem than the original marker stain.
'Whatever it is that you want to try to remove permanent marker, it’s best to use it in an inconspicuous spot first to see how well it works and whether it impacts the paint or surface,' Anita said.
She confirmed that some household items like toothpaste or sunscreen can indeed work, but the key to not damaging a surface further is allowing the product to lift the stain out instead of scrubbing it.
'Don’t just spray it and start scrubbing. If you wait a few minutes, you will see the marker starting to dissolve,' she explained.
'Once this starts to happen, do not start scrubbing. Just give it a light wipe once the stain is lifted with a microfibre cloth.'
But for those stubborn stains that refuse to budge, Anita recommends Diggers Green Power Graffiti Remover from Bunnings as a reliable solution.
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