Removal of Highlighter Pen Stains From Leather

Removal of Highlighter Pen Stains From Leather
Written By
J. Johnson
J. Johnson
Published: Dec 31, 2010
Updated: Nov 20, 2021
2 minute read

However, if that highlighter pen should drop or if it gets into the hands of a small child, you could end up with a stain on your leather item. The removal of this stain could require implementing a few strategies.

Things You Will Need

  • Tissue
  • Container
  • Bowl
  • Mild soap
  • Isopropyl alcohol
  • Cloths
  • Cotton balls
  1. Press a tissue against the highlighter pen stain on the leather, if it just happened, to lift as much of the ink as you can.

  2. Mix a few teaspoons of a mild soap with several cups of warm water. Adding the soap while you fill the container will create bubbles.

  3. Scoop up the bubbles with a cloth and gently dab the surface of the leather. Continue to dab to remove more of the stain. Let the leather dry.

  4. Fill a small bowl with isopropyl alcohol. Place a few cotton balls in the alcohol to soak.

  5. Remove one of the cotton balls and scrub the highlighter pen stain in small circular motions. Once that cotton ball is covered in ink, use a new one.

  6. Wipe off the alcohol with a damp cloth and let the leather surface dry.

The Drip Cap

  • Many different types of household items are commonly made of leather.
  • However, if that highlighter pen should drop or if it gets into the hands of a small child, you could end up with a stain on your leather item.
  • Scoop up the bubbles with a cloth and gently dab the surface of the leather.

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J. Johnson

J. Johnson has been completing freelance writing work since September 2009. Her work includes writing website content and small client projects. Johnson holds a degree in English from North Carolina State University.

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