Marker on the Floor??

Updated on September 23, 2011
F.S. asks from Jackson, WY
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Anyone have any advice on how to get permanent marker off hardwood floors with a water-based finish?

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D.W.

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I'd try the magic eraser first because it's cheapest, but if that doesn't work, I second the Goof Off suggestion. It works wonders on stains you'd think would be impossible to get out!

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K.P.

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I second Magic Eraser, those things are incredible!

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R.C.

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I will also add "magic eraser". Took black Sharpie off of a light wood desk.

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M.R.

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did you try the magic eraser by mr clean? Works on pretty much everything

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M.H.

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You might try rubbing alchohol.

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J.C.

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Goof Off works great for getting out permanent marker. I'm not sure if it's water based. Although probably a pretty strong product, it doesn't have a harsh smell and doesn't ruin finishes.

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C.J.

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I have had success with accetone based nail polish remover. use lightly with a cotton ball.

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S.F.

answers from Utica on

Ive used a dab of lighter fluid on ink before with great success

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S.Q.

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I had exactly the same problem. Magic eraser and a bit of elbow grease did the trick.

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D.B.

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