If you’ve ever spilled a drink or had some food get on your clothing, you know that it can be pretty hard to get the ink out. In the same way, it can be hard to get ink off of fabric- even if you use the right cleaner. In this article, we’ll show you how to remove pen ink from fabric car seats using three simple steps. You’ll be able to clean and stain-resistant fabrics in no time!
What You Will Need
To remove pen ink from fabric car seats, you will need: a scrubby sponge
warm water
soap
a bucket or plastic container
rubbing alcohol (optional)
a cloth or paper towel To clean the sponge: soak it in warm water for several minutes. Soak the scrubby sponge in soap and water. Swish the sponge around to get rid of any excess soap. Wring out the sponge. If desired, use rubbing alcohol to clean the sponge and fabric. To clean the bucket or plastic container: rinse it off with warm water. Pour enough cold water into the bucket to cover the fabric seat. Add enough soap to make a sudsy solution. Scrub the fabric seat with the sudsy sponge until all of the ink is removed. Rinse off the fabric seat with cold water and wring out the sponge. Pat dry with a cloth or paper towel.
How to Remove Ink From Fabric Car Seat
If you have ink on your fabric car seat, there are a few methods you can try to get it off. You can use boiling water, rubbing alcohol, or a vacuum cleaner with the hose attachment.
Boiling water: Fill a pot with enough water to cover the fabric car seat. Bring the water to a boil and then pour it over the fabric seat. Let the seat sit in the hot water for about 10 minutes. Carefully remove the seat from the pot and blot it dry.
Rubbing alcohol: Rubbing alcohol will also work to remove ink from fabric seats. Pour rubbing alcohol onto a cloth and wet the fabric of the car seat. Apply pressure to the cloth while rubbing until all of the ink is gone.
Vacuum cleaner with hose attachment: If boiling water or rubbing alcohol doesn’t work, you can try using a vacuum cleaner with the hose attachment. Make sure that your vacuum has been properly grounded and that you have installed ear plugs if needed.Attach the hose to your vacuum and turn it on to its lowest setting. Point the nozzle at the ink spot and hold down on the trigger handle while vacuuming.
Tips for Removing Ink from Fabric Car Seats
If you have ink spilled on your car seat, here are some tips for how to remove it:
1) Use a cloth or paper towel to dab the ink away from the fabric. Gently rub the cloth or towel in a circular motion until the ink is removed. Do not use water or any other liquid.
2) If the ink is stubborn, try using an enzyme cleaner like Nature’s Miracle®Pet Stain and Stains Remover (http://www.naturesmiracle.com/shop/pet-stain-remover/) or Clorox Clean Up® Stain and Odor remover (http://www.clorox.com/cleanup/household-cleaning/stain-and-odor-removers). Apply liberally to the fabric and let sit for five minutes before wiping off with a clean cloth or paper towel. Be sure to test in a small spot first to make sure the cleaner does not cause damage to the fabric.
3) If all else fails, you may need to get help from a professional cleaning company or take your car into a repair shop for cleaning.