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Stain Tips

Stain Tips

  • Cleaning Materials
    Soft Bristle Brush
    Sponge
    Brush and rinse as much of the chalk stain from the surface as possible. Remove any remaining chalk stain with a damp sponge and Soft Scrub. Rinse with water. Repeat as necessary.
  • Cleaning Materials
    Vacuum Upholstery/Rug Shampoo
    Vacuum as much of the dry colored chalk stain from the carpet or fabric as possible. If stain remains, apply upholstery/rug shampoo according to the directions on the container.
  • Cleaning Materials
    Vacuum Upholstery/Rug Shampoo
    Vacuum as much of the dry colored chalk stain from the fabric as possible. If stain remains, apply upholstery/rug shampoo according to the directions on the container.
  • Cleaning Materials
    Sponge
    Soft Cloth
    Soft Scrub Mild Abrasive Cleanser
    Stiff Bristle Brush
    Brush and rinse as much of the chalk stain from the surface as possible with a sponge. Remove the remaining chalk stain with a damp sponge and Soft Scrub. With a clean, damp sponge, remove any remaining Soft Scrub.
  • Cleaning Materials
    Sponge
    Soft Cloth
    Soft Scrub Mild Abrasive Cleanser
    Stiff Bristle Brush
    Brush and rinse as much of the chalk stain from the surface as possible with a sponge. Remove the remaining chalk stain with a damp sponge and Soft Scrub. With a clean, damp sponge, remove any remaining Soft Scrub.
  • Cleaning Materials
    Sponge
    Soft Cloth
    Soft Scrub Mild Abrasive Cleanser
    Stiff Bristle Brush
    Brush and rinse as much of the chalk stain from the surface as possible with a sponge. Remove the remaining chalk stain with a damp sponge and Soft Scrub. With a clean, damp sponge, remove any remaining Soft Scrub.
  • Cleaning Materials
    Sponge
    Soft Cloth
    Soft Scrub Mild Abrasive Cleanser
    Stiff Bristle Brush
    Brush and rinse as much of the chalk stain from the surface as possible with a sponge. Remove the remaining chalk stain with a damp sponge and Soft Scrub. With a clean, damp sponge, remove any remaining Soft Scrub.
  • Cleaning Materials
    Sponge
    Soft Cloth
    Soft Scrub Mild Abrasive Cleanser
    Stiff Bristle Brush
    Brush and rinse as much of the chalk stain from the surface as possible with a sponge. Remove the remaining chalk stain with a damp sponge and Soft Scrub. With a clean, damp sponge, remove any remaining Soft Scrub.
  • Cleaning Materials
    Vacuum Upholstery/Rug Shampoo
    Vacuum as much of the dry colored chalk stain from the fabric as possible. If stain remains, apply upholstery/rug shampoo according to the directions on the container.
  • Cleaning Materials
    Sponge
    Soft Cloth
    Soft Scrub Mild Abrasive Cleanser
    Stiff Bristle Brush
    Brush and rinse as much of the chalk stain from the surface as possible with a sponge. Remove the remaining chalk stain with a damp sponge and Soft Scrub. With a clean, damp sponge, remove any remaining Soft Scrub.
  • Cleaning Materials
    Rubbing Alcohol
    Bleach for Colored Clothing Clorox 2reg or Oxiclean Powder
    Laundry Detergent
    Paper Towels
    Place stained area on paper towels and blot with alcohol. Wash in hot water with laundry detergent and Clorox 2 or OxiClean powder and rinse in warm water. Repeat as necessary until all the stain is removed.
  • Cleaning Materials
    Kaboom
    Water
    Goof Off Cleaner
    Liquid Dish Soap Preferred Dawn or Joy
    Paper Towels
    Scrub Brush
    Wet the stained area and apply liquid dish soap.  Work the area using a scrub brush in a circular motion.  Rinse with water.  The stain may be lighter.  Wet the area again and apply Kaboom cleaner, use a scrub brush to work the area, keeping it moist up to 30 minutes.  Rinse with water.  Allow the area to dry.  If stains remain, apply Goof Off and blot off with paper towels.  Rinse with water.  Repeat as needed.
  • Cleaning Materials
    Dull Knife or Metal Spoon
    Carpet Cleaner Spot Shot or Oxiclean Based Cleaning Product Preferred
    Amodex Ink Stain Remover Optional

    Scrape off as much crayon as possible.  Use carpet cleaner per the manufacturer's direction.  Repeat as needed.

    ALTERNATE SUGGESTION:  Amodex Ink & Stain remover should be used per the manufacturer's directions.  Available by calling 1-800-624-7367 or www.Fahrneyspens.com or Amazon.com.

  • Cleaning Materials
    Dull Knife or Metal Spoon
    Carpet Cleaner Spot Shot or Oxiclean Based Cleaning Product Preferred
    Amodex Ink Stain Remover Optional

    Scrape off as much colored pencil as possible.  Use carpet cleaner per the manufacturer's direction.  Repeat as needed.

    ALTERNATE SUGGESTION:  Amodex Ink & Stain remover should be used per the manufacturer's directions.  Available by calling 1-800-624-7367 or www.Fahrneyspens.com or Amazon.com.

  • Cleaning Materials
    Liquid Dish Soap Preferred Dawn or Joy
    All Purpose Cleaner Formula 409 Preferred
    Paper Towels

    Spray the stained area with All Purpose cleaner and wipe with paper towels.  If stain persists, dampen a paper towel with warm water and apply liquid dish soap to wash the area.  Dry the board. Repeat as needed.

  • Cleaning Materials
    Kaboom
    Water
    Goof Off Cleaner
    Liquid Dish Soap Preferred Dawn or Joy
    Paper Towels
    Scrub Brush
    Wet the stained area and apply liquid dish soap.  Work the area using a scrub brush in a circular motion.  Rinse with water.  The stain may be lighter.  Wet the area again and apply Kaboom cleaner, use a scrub brush to work the area, keeping it moist up to 30 minutes.  Rinse with water.  Allow the area to dry.  If stains remain, apply Goof Off and blot off with paper towels.  Rinse with water.  Repeat as needed.
  • Cleaning Materials
    Dull Knife or Metal Spoon
    Upholstery Cleaner Spot Shot or Oxicleaner Based Cleaning Product Preferred
    Amodex Ink Stain Remover Optional

    Scrape off as much colored pencil as possible.  Use upholstery cleaner per the manufacturer's direction.  Repeat as needed.

    ALTERNATE SUGGESTION:  Amodex Ink & Stain remover should be used per the manufacturer's direction.  Available by calling 1-800-624-7367 or www.Fahrneyspens.com or Amazon.com.

  • Cleaning Materials
    Bleach for Colored Clothing Clorox 2reg or Oxiclean Powder
    Liquid Dish Soap Preferred Dawn or Joy
    Laundry Detergent Tide Recommended
    Amodex Ink Stain Remover Optional

    Scrape off as much colored pencil as possible.  Apply liquid dish soap and work into the stained area. Let stand a few minutes, rub fabric under warm water to remove the  stain.  Machine wash using the heavy soil setting and the hottest water the fabric will allow with OxiClean or Clorox 2.  Allow to air dry.  Repeat as needed.

    ALTERNATE SUGGESTION:  Amodex Ink & Stain remover should be used per the manufacturer's directions.  Available by calling 1-800-624-7367 or www.Fahrneyspens.com or Amazon.com.

  • Cleaning Materials
    All Purpose Cleaner Windex or Formula 409
    Mr Clean Magic Eraser
    Liquid Dish Soap Preferred Dawn or Joy
    Sponge
    Paper Towels

    Spray the stained area with All Purpose cleaner and wipe with paper towels.  If stain persists, dampen a sponge with warm water and liquid dish soap to work the area in a circular motion.  Rinse with water.  Dry the area with paper towels.  Repeat as needed.

    ALTERNATIVE SUGGESTION:  Mr. Clean Magic Eraser can be used per the manufacturer's direction.

  • Cleaning Materials
    All Purpose Cleaner Windex or Formula 409
    Mr Clean Magic Eraser
    Liquid Dish Soap Preferred Dawn or Joy
    Sponge
    Paper Towels

    Spray the stained area with All Purpose cleaner and wipe with paper towels.  If stain persists, dampen a sponge with warm water and liquid dish soap to work the area in a circular motion.  Rinse with water.  Repeat as needed.

    ALTERNATIVE SUGGESTION:  Mr. Clean Magic Eraser can be used per the manufacturer's direction.

We are happy to offer stain removal suggestions as a service to consumers. While our methods were tested successfully, we can’t guarantee results. Test each suggestion on an inconspicuous area first. Consult a professional cleaner if needed.
Recommended brands are effective, but others may work too. Methods are for adult use only. Check containers for use and warnings.

Call 800-272-9652 weekdays between 9 AM and 4 PM ET if you have further questions.