Homemade Dry Erase Cleaner

Isopropyl alcohol, often referred to as rubbing alcohol, and hydrogen peroxide are very effective ways to clean whiteboards. They are especially effective at getting rid of ghosting caused by chemical build up residue from whiteboard markers. For best results, use 99% or 90% isopropyl alcohol.

How do you make homemade whiteboard cleaner?

Simply mix one part water and one part alcohol in a spray bottle, squirt some on the board and rinse with a soft, damp cloth. If you need a little extra cleaning power, use the alcohol at full potency rather than diluting it with water.

What can I use to clean a whiteboard if I don’t have whiteboard cleaner?

Rubbing alcohol, hand sanitizer, nail polish remover containing acetone, vinegar, and Windex are all safe to use on a whiteboard. To clean the whiteboard, dampen a cloth and use it to rub in the cleaning product of your choice. Rinse the cloth with cold water and use it to rinse off any remaining cleaning solution.

Can you use Windex to clean a dry erase board?

Can you use Windex® to clean a dry erase board? Yes, products such as Windex® are recommended for cleaning a whiteboard. Never use scouring pads or abrasive cleaners, as those can ruin the dry erase surface and allow ink penetration.

Does rubbing alcohol damage whiteboards?

So what does all this have to do with alcohol? To put it simply, alcohol destroys the lubricating layer of your dry erase board. Yes, your whiteboard will look spotless, but after continued use, your whiteboard will eventually lose the ability to wipe clean.

What is the active ingredient in whiteboard cleaner?

Water (CAS# 7732-18-5), Denatured alcohol (CAS# 64-17-5), Cocamidopropyl betaine (CAS# 61789-40-0), Potassium sorbate (CAS# 579-00-1), Citric acid (CAS# 77-92-9).

How do you make a whiteboard look new again?

To fix both of these problems, put some isopropyl alcohol on a paper towel, and wipe down the entire board. Switch paper towels as it starts getting dry or as it fills up with stains. Repeat as necessary until the entire whiteboard feels smooth to the touch.

Can you use baby wipes on a whiteboard?

Wipe with baby wipes or disinfectant wipes. The key is that you must use a soft cloth to dry the board thoroughly after wiping. (Do not use a tissue that has hand softener in it – it will leave a residue on the Whiteboard.)

Can you use glass cleaner on whiteboards?

Do not use glass cleaner, Clorox® wipes, or all-purpose cleaners as they will damage the whiteboard surface and void the warranty. The surface should be cleaned only with dry erase wipes, liquid board cleaner, or a damp wet cloth. Abrasives or other chemical cleansers should not be used.

What is in Expo dry erase cleaner?

Ingredient Information
Deionized Water. Function : Universal solvent. 1-Butoxy-2-Propanol. Function : Coupling agent/solvent. PPG-2 Methyl Ether. Function : Coupling agent/solvent. Methylisothiazolinone. Function : Biocide. Sodium Carbonate. Function : pH adjuster. C12-15 Pareth-4. Function : Surfactant. Download SDS.