A Quick Guide to Cleaning Pencil Stains from Accessories
Pencils can be messy and can leave stubborn stains on clothing, wallets, and jewelry. Before throwing away an accessory that has a pencil stain, you can try these easy methods for removing these stains.
Updated 13 Mar 2023
By Brane Lukman
Cleaning Pencil Stains with Rubbing Alcohol
If the accessory is small enough, such as jewelry or a belt buckle, dip a cotton swab in rubbing alcohol and rub it onto the pencil stain gently. For larger items, such as wallets or sweaters, you can use cotton balls and dampen them in rubbing alcohol. Allow rubbing alcohol to sit on item for 5 minutes, then use a damp cloth to wipe away any remaining residue.
Using White Vinegar
Mix one part water and one part white vinegar in a bowl. Dip a soft-bristled toothbrush in the solution and lightly scrub the pencil stain. Rinse item with cold water, and repeat if necessary. Once the stain is gone, you may need to rinse the item a few times more to make sure all of the vinegar is removed.
Cleaning With Baking Soda
Sprinkle baking soda on the pencil stain and let it sit for 10 minutes. Using a damp cloth, lightly rub the baking soda in a circular motion until the stain is gone. Rinse the item with cold water, and repeat if necessary.
Using Dish Soap and a Soft Sponge
Apply a small amount of dish soap to the pencil stain and let it sit for five minutes. Wet a soft sponge and gently rub pencil stain in a circular motion. Rinse item with cold water, and repeat if necessary.
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