If you rely on a dry erase board in your office, you know these very useful tools also lend themselves to annoying stains. Accidentally using a permanent marker or pen on a dry erase board can create a cleaning headache. Even leaving the right marker on for too long can make a stain. Some tricks for removing pesky stains include: Use a dry-erase marker. Just use a new dry erase marker to cover the stain with more writing completely. Take a few seconds to let the marker dry, and then wipe the marks with a felt eraser or cloth. The dry ink will lift the permanent ink off the board. Go with common household products. Certain household products can clean your whiteboard in a pinch, including hand sanitizer, vinegar, and hairspray. Get a whiteboard cleaner. Cleaning your board every few days will have it looking its best. Make your day a little easier by shopping for all the business essentials via Instacart. Instacart makes it easy to save time and money, so order office and business equipment through the Instacart app today!