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#1 2005-04-02 8:06 pm

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Not-So-Dry Erase Markers

I have this dry erase board that I use in lieu of a calendar, and after three weeks, the blue ink doesn't rub off of it. What should I use to clean it? Water didn't work. Soap? Alcohol?

Help? I need to redo it for April.


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#2 2005-04-02 8:28 pm

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Re: Not-So-Dry Erase Markers

From www.dryeraseboard.com:

Here's what Dry Erase Boards ,Inc.  recommends:

Clean your board once a week with a mild soap and water. Apply with soft cotton towel or rag. Rince with clean water, then wipe dry with a clean cotton towel or rag. You can also use Expo brand dry erase board cleaner.   

NEVER use an abrasive cleaner or glass cleaner on your dry erase board. This will remove the finish and impair the erasability of your board.

Use only Dry Erase Markers. These markers were the first to be specifically designed for easy removal from dry erase boards.

Accidentally use a permanent marker on your board? Draw over the lines with a marker, then erase as usual. If the area is large, spray Cleaner on the stain and wipe clean.

Don't use a felt chalkboard eraser on a dry erase board. Eventually, it will scratch and ruin the board's surface. Dry-Erase Erasers have a soft pile nap, and some have added features such as magnetic bases and clips to hold Markers.

Wash Erasers with warm soap and water. Let the eraser dry completely before fluffing up the nap. Replace eraser when surface is worn.


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#3 2005-04-02 9:58 pm

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Re: Not-So-Dry Erase Markers

I've heard that antiperspirant sprays work for getting permanent ink off a whiteboard.

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#4 2005-04-02 10:15 pm

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Re: Not-So-Dry Erase Markers

Dish soap did the trick.

Thanks, Sandman & beeb.


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#5 2005-04-03 12:35 pm

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Re: Not-So-Dry Erase Markers

i've found that WD-40 works really great to clean them off as well.


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#6 2005-04-03 1:38 pm

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Re: Not-So-Dry Erase Markers

LeeBarnes wrote:

i've found that WD-40 works really great to clean them off as well.

What isn't that stuff good for?


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#7 2005-04-03 3:39 pm

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Re: Not-So-Dry Erase Markers

dvpierce wrote:

LeeBarnes wrote:

i've found that WD-40 works really great to clean them off as well.

What isn't that stuff good for?

Huffing. Blech.

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#8 2005-04-03 3:40 pm

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Re: Not-So-Dry Erase Markers

Pop quiz, hotshot: What does WD stand for?

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#9 2005-04-03 4:21 pm

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Re: Not-So-Dry Erase Markers

pottymouth wrote:

Pop quiz, hotshot: What does WD stand for?

Water Displacement

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#10 2005-04-03 6:23 pm

delta wolph
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Re: Not-So-Dry Erase Markers

I know you can spray antiperspirent like bb said. You can burn it off too like we did but not recommended wink

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