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The Best Ways to Clean a Dry Erase Board

The Best Ways to Clean a Dry Erase Board

When was the last time you thoroughly cleaned your glass dry erase board—not just a quick swipe from corner to corner with a clean cloth—leaving the surface looking brand new? The likelihood is that it hasn't been soon enough if you can't recall. A dry eraser works admirably most of the time, but over time, a film that is brought on by an accumulation of ink residue may appear on the whiteboard's surface. Regular maintenance should be performed on traditional whiteboards, such as once per week.

Although the non-porous surface of Clarus glass dry erase boards or Flex Walls won't require cleaning as frequently, you should still give your whiteboard a routine cleaning to get the most out of it. You'll need a soft, clean cloth or towel if you're wondering how to clean a dry erase board or Float wall-mounted glass board. An excellent choice is a microfiber cloth. Additionally, a cleaning agent is required. But which cleaning agent is most effective?

Commercial cleaning solutions for ink residue on dry erase boards are available, but they can be pricey. However, there are probably already a lot of less expensive, everyday cleaning options available in your workplace. Are they secure, though?

The benefits and drawbacks of each whiteboard cleaner are listed below, starting with the most potent.

Recommendations for Cleaning.

Alcohol / Peroxide Isopropyl

Whiteboards can be cleaned with hydrogen peroxide and isopropyl alcohol, also known as rubbing alcohol. They are particularly good at eliminating ghosting brought on by chemical buildup from whiteboard marker residue.

Use 99% or 90% isopropyl alcohol for the best results. 70% solutions don't function nearly as well. Clean the whiteboard by combining the alcohol or peroxide with water, smearing the mixture on a cloth (preferably a microfiber cloth or another non-abrasive cloth), and wiping the surface.

Rub isopropyl alcohol directly on the area to remove tough stains. Use just enough alcohol to cover it with a thin layer. Then wipe the area after letting it sit for a short while.

Isopropyl alcohol can be replaced with hydrogen peroxide and applied in the same manner.

Both hydrogen peroxide and isopropyl alcohol are easily accessible, inexpensive, and useful for other things.

a hand sanitize

The majority of hand sanitizers sold today will have isopropyl alcohol concentrations of at least 60%, which is the minimum advised for use against the coronavirus. However, a much higher concentration of isopropyl alcohol is required for hand sanitizer to function effectively to clean whiteboards; the best range is from 90% to 99%.

Apply hand sanitizer directly to the whiteboard and wipe the entire surface with a soft, clean cloth or paper towel. After 30 seconds, let it sit there before wiping with new paper towels or a fresh cloth.

Vinega

A dry erase board can be safely and effectively cleaned without chemicals by mixing vinegar and water. It also has the advantage of being a tried-and-true natural cleaner. One teaspoon of vinegar to one cup of water is the recommended ratio for the cleaner.

 

Spray the cleaner on the whiteboard, and then use a microfiber cloth or another soft, clean cloth to wipe it off. Allow the vinegar and water solution to sit on the whiteboard for a few minutes before wiping with a damp cloth if the stains are particularly difficult to remove.

 

This cleaner is very affordable and has the added benefit of being natural, which is something that many people are looking for these days.

Hairspray

Isopropyl alcohol is a common ingredient in hairspray, making it a viable option for cleaning a dry erase board. Apply it to the surface of the whiteboard using a spray bottle. It's not as simple as spraying and wiping, though. To avoid having a sticky mess on your whiteboard, you'll need to take some extra steps.

Spray hairspray on the surface of the whiteboard and let it sit for a few minutes to clean it. After that, wash the sticky residue away with a soft, clean cloth dipped in a mixture of warm water and mild detergent.

WD-40

If you have WD-40 on hand, you can spray it on a dry erase board to clean it before wiping it off. It also revitalises the finish, making your dry erase board slick and smooth and ready for writing in addition to removing smudges from it. However, use caution when applying it. Your clothing may get stained.

Avoiding Toothpaste Cleaning Options

White toothpaste is ideal for cleaning whiteboards, but it is not advised. Simply squirt the toothpaste onto the whiteboard straight from the tube. Rub the area gently using the cloth. Then use a clean cloth to wipe the entire whiteboard.

 

While toothpaste does clean your whiteboard, it is a mild abrasive cleaner and over time could damage the surface.

Ben-Gay

Similar to toothpaste, Ben-Gay can be used to clean a dry erase board. In comparison to toothpaste, the isopropyl alcohol it contains may help increase its cleaning power. But it won't be as cheap as toothpaste, and it's also a little bit abrasive. It is not advised because it could eventually damage the whiteboard's surface.

Comet

You may have heard that Comet can restore the new appearance of your whiteboard. That's accurate. However, Comet is not advised because it is an abrasive cleaner and over time could damage your whiteboard. Your warranty might be void if you clean your whiteboard with abrasive materials.