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• Method 1 of 4: Using dish soap
• Warnings
• Necessities

Ink stains are one of the most difficult stains to remove, especially if they can set in.If the ink stain happens to end up on wood, which unfortunately often happens, it is doubly frustrating. If you consider the price of good wooden furniture, especially antiques, it could give you an ulcer. Take a deep breath. Although difficult, it is not impossible to remove ink stains from wood if you know what to do.

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Method 1 of 4: Using dish soap

1. Determine what type of bleach to use. Common household bleach contains chlorine bleach, which is suitable for dye stains and can work to remove dried ink. Another choice is a wood bleach with oxalic acid. Oxalic acid is very suitable for iron-based stains, which cover some types of inks. Another choice is two different types of wood bleach. The first part contains sodium hydroxide and the second part hydrogen peroxide. The first part opens the pores of the wood, while the second part reacts to the first part. You can find both types of wood bleach at any hardware store.
   • As with all other strong chemicals, make sure you work in an environment with adequate ventilation. Use gloves to protect your skin and wear a mask to protect your lungs.
   • When working with two-part bleach, use separate cloths for each part to keep the two chemicals from reacting with each other.
2. Clean the stain. Gently wipe off the bleach with a cloth dampened with water. Do not touch the surrounding wood. Then wipe the entire surface with another damp cloth. Then dry it with a towel. Wait at least 24 hours before finishing.

Warnings

• Do not apply ammonia to your wood furniture, as this can discolor the wood.
• Do not mix bleach with any other household cleaner as it can produce toxic gases.

Necessities

• Soft cloths
• Cloths or paper towels
• Small bowl
• Liquid dish soap
• Steel wool (number 0000)
• Liquid wax
• Wash or polish
• Wood cleaner
• Methylated spirits
• Turpentine
• Household bleach