removig permanert marker

[thespook]

I know this sounds stupid, but I write on my DVDs with a permanent marker pen, whats the best stuff to use to remove it if I make a mistake.

[gadgetguy]

I use the cleaning fluid that came with my floppy disk cleaner.

[redwudz]

Isopropyl alcohol works for me. Use the 90%, works better than the regular 70% for taking Sharpie mistakes off. Works best if the writing is fresh, or you might have some faint residual traces.

[zworg2]

......a permanent marker pen.....

Bit of a misnoma really!!

However, yes you can remove it.

The best fluid to use kinda depends on exactly what pen you got. (and sometimes the surface you are writing on)

I would suggest you use a sample disc, (preferably a coaster from earlier work) to practice on.

Any of the following may be the best solution (no pun intended)

• Isopropyl Alcohol
• Methylated Spirits
• White Spirit (may work tho i dont recommend it, as it leaves a fine film
• Gasoline (bizarre and VERY dangerous to **** around with, but a good solvent)
• Turpentine

Although it may well work, for the price i wouldnt recommend any propriatry fluid like lense cleaner.

First choice probably Isoprop (higher % the better)

BE WARNED SOME OF THE ABOVE ARE HAMRFUL TO YOUR DISK AND YOURSELF

Zworg2

[Moloko_Plus]

If you wish to remove it, do any of the following:

1. Paint thinner + Blow Torch.
2. Place it in the microwave for 10-15 seconds. Say goodbye to annoying marker scribbles forever!
3. Motor Oil (get the 5w30 kind if you can)

[TeeeRex]

Sounds bizzare - but if it's just a small mistake - write over the mistake with the same permenant marker and quickly wipe it all off before it dries...

Not a great result I know .... but handy when you've used the last of you're misses nail varnish remover ...

[Guest]

If you wish to remove it, do any of the following:

1. Paint thinner + Blow Torch.
2. Place it in the microwave for 10-15 seconds. Say goodbye to annoying marker scribbles forever!
3. Motor Oil (get the 5w30 kind if you can)

You forgot 40hrs on the dashboard

[vcdforme]

M.E.K.
Zylene
Gasoline
Toluelyne
Alcohol 99%
Sandpaper (but this will cause scratches)
You can also just scrape the coating off the disc with a screwdriver, but of course you're
data will be toast.

[troyvcd1]

I got this inc in my carpet and it took 2 hours of cleaning with all I had and then some scissors to finish the job.

[Innershield]

brake cleaner works great for stains on your carpet. Just spray it on there, it has a powerful blast too.

[VinnySem]

Try Acetone (nail polish remover) on a lint-free cloth.

[Guest]

Don't forget chemical grade ether. Makes for an enjoyable correction sesion as well

[thespook]

Thanks for all the advice guys but I think I found the best thing, an angle grinder bit of a pain having to keep putting the safty goggles on but the results are fantastic.

[chunkT]

Doubt your gonna get it off.. thats why they put permanent in the title. Also if you do get it off probably ruin disc.. if you cant afford to burn another dollar dvd then I suggest you get another hobby.

[ZippyP.]

I polish off the "permanent marker" with toothpaste and a tissue.

[DVDJunkee]

I just used isopropyl alcohol and it worked great. just got some on a cotton ball and it came off with a little scrubbing.