How to Remove Permanent Marker from a White Board

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Use a dry-erase marker to draw over the permanent ink.Cover the marks as completely as you can

   It doesn't matter what color dry erase marker you use.
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   Step 2: and be sure there the dry-erase marker isn't dried out and has plenty of ink.

   This occurs because permanent and dry-erase markers contain a non-polar solvent.
   
   The solvent in the dry-erase marker will dissolve the permanent marker, detaching it from the surface of the board. , It may take multiple attempts to get the marker off completely.You may want to try a dry-erase cleaning solution, but they contain similar, some times weaker, solvents as the dry erase marker, so the marker is actually more effective.
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   Step 3: Wipe off the ink with a clean wipe board eraser or a soft rag.Both the permanent and dry-erase marker should come off easily.

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   Step 4: Repeat the process if the board isn't entirely free of markings.

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