How To Get Permanent Marker Off Of Couch

Permanent markers are great for writing on non-porous surfaces, but they can be a pain to remove from fabrics like couches. If you've accidentally gotten permanent marker on your couch, don't worry - there are a few simple steps you can take to remove it.

First, try to blot up as much of the ink as possible with a clean cloth or paper towel. Be careful not to rub the ink, as this will only spread it around. Once you've blotted up as much of the ink as possible, you can try one of the following methods to remove the rest.

Rubbing alcohol is a great solvent for permanent marker, and it's safe to use on most fabrics. To use rubbing alcohol to remove permanent marker from a couch, simply apply a small amount to a clean cloth and blot at the stain. Be sure to test the rubbing alcohol on an inconspicuous area of the couch first to make sure it doesn't damage the fabric.

Hairspray is another effective solvent for permanent marker. To use hairspray to remove permanent marker from a couch, simply spray a small amount onto the stain and blot with a clean cloth. Again, be sure to test the hairspray on an inconspicuous area of the couch first to make sure it doesn't damage the fabric.

WD-40 is a penetrating oil that can also be used to remove permanent marker from a couch. To use WD-40 to remove permanent marker from a couch, simply spray a small amount onto the stain and blot with a clean cloth. Be sure to test the WD-40 on an inconspicuous area of the couch first to make sure it doesn't damage the fabric.

If none of the above methods work, you may need to use a commercial stain remover. Be sure to read the instructions on the stain remover carefully before using it, and test it on an inconspicuous area of the couch first to make sure it doesn't damage the fabric.

With a little patience, you should be able to remove the permanent marker from your couch without damaging the fabric.