Adhesives Scrape off deposits, then go back to index for specific description of your substance Artists oil paint When wet, hold pad below stain. Dab with white spirit, rinse with soda water. When dry, rub against itself to break up, dab heavily with white spirit, clean up with soda water. Sponge well with cold soap and water, rinse with soda water. Baby or other sick Flush with soda water blot dry Ballpoint ink Act fast or it may be impossible to move.
Most types respond to being lightly dabbed with a cotton bud dipped in methylated spirits.
If this does not work contact the pen manufacturer for advice. On plastic you must react immediately or the ink will combine with the plastic and becomes unmovable. Scrub at once with a nail brush using warm water and soap. Beer On wool, flush wet stains with soda water and mop with absorbent paper. Gentle dabbing with methylated spirits will move dry stains, rinse with soda water.