View Full Version : Getting ink out of leather?
1Bad81Bu
04-10-2007, 07:29 PM
What can I use to get ink from a pen out of leather? I tried Meguiar`s Leather Cleaner/Conditioner and Stoner`s Trim Clean. First time I ever used the Trim Shine and I am very impressed how well it cleaned the rest of the interior. Just spray on and wipe off without any effort. I need to get the ink out though. Any suggestions?
brwill2005
04-10-2007, 07:39 PM
Ink is not easy to remove from leather. Usually what ever removes the ink can also remove the leather coating. It depends on the type of ink and how long it has been there. Leather Master makes a product that removes ink. My own personal experience is with a dry cleaning solvent made by Angelus. It is potent stuff and should be used with caution though.
1Bad81Bu
04-10-2007, 07:40 PM
It is ink out of a pen. Kids did it. Hasn`t been there very long.
brwill2005
04-10-2007, 07:44 PM
A ballpoint pen? You could try some rubbing alcohol on a Q-Tip. Rub gently; you will know it is working if the ink ends up on the Q-Tip. Pay attention and make sure you are not removing any of the leather coating. Another more aggressive option is Acetone, but that will most likely remove some of the leather coating. The product I recommended is probably your best bet, as I know it works.
1Bad81Bu
04-10-2007, 07:53 PM
Yes a ballpoint pen. I will try the rubbing alchohol. Where can I get the stuff you recommended from Leather Master? thx.
brwill2005
04-10-2007, 07:55 PM
TOL sells the LM stuff. Goodspeed Motoring has the dry cleaning solvent.
mbkintner
04-10-2007, 08:04 PM
I know this will make some members go :soscared: but a little bit of hairspray works well if you`re gentle.
tom p.
04-10-2007, 08:25 PM
Hair spray on a Q tip.
bad venge
04-11-2007, 06:33 PM
Any tips on getting ink out of suede ??? very light tan
sftempest66
04-11-2007, 07:35 PM
Magic eraser? I`ve heard this can get out pen marks????
I know this will make some members go :soscared: but a little bit of hairspray works well if you`re gentle.
Yup, hair spray will get ink out of most anything (use the cheapo aerosol kind, I like Aquanet, great for bike/motorcyle grip glue too!). As always test on a hidden area and follow up with a good leather cleaner.:bigups
brwill2005
04-11-2007, 08:17 PM
In regards to hairspray. Most likely the ingredient in the hairspray that is removing the ink is alcohol. Why expose the leather to all the other junk in the hairspray when simple rubbing alcohol will probably do the trick.
mikelea4ever
04-12-2007, 12:25 PM
Just use a freakin towel and damp it in warm water!!!! It works!!!! Trust me. No need to buy extra.
In regards to hairspray. Most likely the ingredient in the hairspray that is removing the ink is alcohol. Why expose the leather to all the other junk in the hairspray when simple rubbing alcohol will probably do the trick.
I agree, if alcohol will do the trick, use that but if it doesn`t go for the hair spray. It has yet to fail me.
brwill2005
04-12-2007, 07:45 PM
Just use a freakin towel and damp it in warm water!!!! It works!!!! Trust me. No need to buy extra.
Please do not take this the wrong way, but he already tried to clean it off with two different cleaning products. One of which is quite strong. What makes you think a towel with warm water is going to remove the ink.