Ink & Dye Stain Removal
Step-by-step removal guides for all ink & dye stains.
Ballpoint Ink
ModerateBallpoint pen ink is oil-based and requires a solvent to dissolve.
Crayon
ModerateCrayons are wax-based with pigment. They require both wax removal and pigment removal โ two separate steps.
Hair Dye
HardโกHair dye is one of the most difficult stains to remove โ it is literally designed to permanently color fibers. Act within minutes for any chance of removal.
Permanent Marker & Sharpie
HardโกPermanent Marker & Sharpie stains can be tricky โ acting quickly and using the right method for your surface makes all the difference.
Ballpoint Pen Ink
ModerateโกBallpoint Pen Ink stains can be tricky โ acting quickly and using the right method for your surface makes all the difference.
Washable Marker
EasyโกWashable Marker stains can be tricky โ acting quickly and using the right method for your surface makes all the difference.
Hair Dye
HardโกHair Dye stains can be tricky โ acting quickly and using the right method for your surface makes all the difference.
Food Coloring
HardโกFood Coloring stains can be tricky โ acting quickly and using the right method for your surface makes all the difference.
Stamp Pad Ink
HardโกStamp Pad Ink stains can be tricky โ acting quickly and using the right method for your surface makes all the difference.
Fountain Pen & Calligraphy Ink
HardโกFountain Pen & Calligraphy Ink stains can be tricky โ acting quickly and using the right method for your surface makes all the difference.
Carbon Paper
HardโกCarbon Paper stains can be tricky โ acting quickly and using the right method for your surface makes all the difference.
Felt-Tip Marker (Permanent)
HardโกFelt-Tip Marker (Permanent) stains can be tricky โ acting quickly and using the right method for your surface makes all the difference.
Tie-Dye Bleed & Dye Transfer
HardโกTie-Dye Bleed & Dye Transfer stains can be tricky โ acting quickly and using the right method for your surface makes all the difference.
Denim Dye Transfer
ModerateโกDenim Dye Transfer stains can be tricky โ acting quickly and using the right method for your surface makes all the difference.
Colored Pencil Marks
ModerateColored Pencil Marks stains can be tricky โ acting quickly and using the right method for your surface makes all the difference.
Wine Cork & Cork Tannin
ModerateWine Cork & Cork Tannin stains can be tricky โ acting quickly and using the right method for your surface makes all the difference.
Related Cleaning Guides
Laundry Stain Pre-Treatment Guide
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White Fabric and Delicates Guide
How to treat stains on whites, silk, wool, and other higher-risk materials.
Set-In Stain Recovery Guide
What to do when a stain has dried, gone through the wash, or been missed for days.