How to remove ink or marker stains

Solvent-led. Test first — ink treatments can lift dye from coloured fabric.

Method

1. 1

   Back with cloth

   Place a clean white cloth underneath so released ink transfers into it.

2. 2

   Dab solvent

   Dab (do not rub) with isopropyl alcohol or an alcohol-based remover, moving to a clean part of the cloth each time.

3. 3

   Detergent

   Wash the treated area with detergent to remove solvent residue.

4. 4

   Wash

   Launder per the care label and air dry.

What makes it worse

• Do not rub — it spreads the ink
• Do not skip the patch test on dyed fabric

Last reviewed 2026-09-01. Your item's care label always takes priority.