How do you remove pen marks from woodwork?

**milach** · 03-19-2002, 08:17 AM

My ds went pen happy this AM and drew on the windowsill in his room with a pen he had found

I know rubbing alcohol takes it off everything else, but is it safe to use on wood? TIA!!

Laura

**scooby** · 03-19-2002, 01:29 PM

not sure, if it's painted it should be. Also hair spray works great on pen or marker.

**milach** · 03-20-2002, 10:11 AM

No paint, just lightly stained. I hate painted trim. I tried rubbing alcohol and it didn't do anything. I'm just trying to avoid having to sand it down and restain it.

**Jeanieb** · 03-20-2002, 11:43 AM

Try using baking soda and toothpaste mixed together to make a paste.Apply to the area you want to clean with a soft damp cloth. This worked on my coffee table. I hope it works for you.