How to Remove Sharpie from a Painted Wall
Spread a small amount of white toothpaste with a cloth directly onto the Sharpie mark., Let the toothpaste sit for 5-10 minutes. , Scrub at the mark with a cloth., Wipe away the toothpaste with a damp cloth.
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Spread a small amount of white toothpaste with a cloth directly onto the Sharpie mark.
Do not use the gel kind of toothpaste; cheap, white toothpaste seems to work best.
Alternately, you can dilute the toothpaste slightly by mixing it with a small amount of water in a cup.
Spread this diluted mixture on the Sharpie mark. ,, Use a circular motion to help lift the mark off the wall. , The mark should be gone. -
Step 2: Let the toothpaste sit for 5-10 minutes.
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Step 3: Scrub at the mark with a cloth.
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Step 4: Wipe away the toothpaste with a damp cloth.
Detailed Guide
Do not use the gel kind of toothpaste; cheap, white toothpaste seems to work best.
Alternately, you can dilute the toothpaste slightly by mixing it with a small amount of water in a cup.
Spread this diluted mixture on the Sharpie mark. ,, Use a circular motion to help lift the mark off the wall. , The mark should be gone.
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With a background in manufacturing, Daniel Green brings 15 years of hands-on experience to every article. Daniel believes in making complex topics accessible to everyone.
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