2 yr olds+Crayons+Drywall=Bad - Tilted Forum Project Discussion Community

Grimlok · 05-13-2003, 08:24 AM

The Title pretty much says it all... While I appreciate my daughters longing to be an artist like her dad... her palette of choice just doesn't sit well with me... especially since I'm renting.

Question is... What's the best way to get Crayon off a wall...

I've heard that Water can make it worse... but it could just be a myth.

Help.

Mango · 05-13-2003, 08:27 AM

TSP mixed with water. Wear rubber gloves.

Grimlok · 05-13-2003, 09:56 AM

What's TSP?

hrdwareguy · 05-13-2003, 10:10 AM

See if you can paint the wall with high gloss paint. Washes off with water

HALDONIA · 05-13-2003, 11:51 AM

COLGATE TOOTH PASTE AND BRUSH IT

Ashton · 05-13-2003, 11:58 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by Grimlok
What's TSP?

Trisodium phosphate..... Good Stuff, You can get it at the hardware store.

toxic515 · 05-13-2003, 02:25 PM

goo gone. although it doesn't like FLAT paint too much... (ie: not semigloss or gloss)

clavus · 05-17-2003, 08:29 PM

You'll most likely never get it all off. Paint the wall before you move out.

Hard8s · 05-17-2003, 11:57 PM

Have you tried baby wipes? Those damn things get anything out.

apetaster · 05-18-2003, 04:02 AM

If it is eggshell paint, then nothing will completely clean it and not leave a mark. If you have a pearl/gloss finish, as above Goo Gone works well - a product called 'Goof Off' is AWESOME stuff, but may take the gloss off the topcoat of paint. With any of these approaches, I strongly recommend testing in the proverbial 'inconspicuous area.' Chances are good that a new topcoat of paint will be in order.

G-16 · 05-18-2003, 09:02 PM

just sand and repaint

Minx · 05-22-2003, 09:39 AM

Goo gone works....trust me I know. Oh, and be prepared for a LOT of scrubbing.

NukingFuts · 05-26-2003, 09:41 AM

I would have to say repainting may be your best bet

cj2112 · 05-26-2003, 09:59 AM

Repainting is gonna be your best bet, but the paint won't stick to the crayon very well, so your gonna need a good primer such as KILZ, that stuff will cover anything. Paint it w/ KILZ then let that dry, then cover w/ regular paint.

Paper Clip · 05-28-2003, 11:49 AM

You might try a sanding sponge with the goo gone. It has a scrubber side and a sponge side. usually available in the drywall area of the home depot or other shardware place. Put the goo gone on it, wear rubber gloves, and then scrub away. Good luck!

MacGnG · 05-29-2003, 08:01 PM

they sell markers that although they are more expensive (Crayola, i think) they can only be used on special paper so they dont get on the floor/wall.

i saw a comercial for them a while ago but i know that there are similar things like that.

05-30-2003, 11:43 PM

TSP is the stuff you are looking for

MSD · 06-05-2003, 01:22 PM

Mix one cup hot water with thre tablespoons lemon oil in a spray bottle. Spray, let sit, wipe, repeat. If there's a lot on it, scrape it off first with one of the tabs they use to close bags of bread; those things are all-purpose scrapers.

Other ways:

WD-40, wipe off, use soap to remove any oily film
Bleach and water on a cloth

Baking soda and a damp sponge.

From the Utah State University website:
"To get crayons off painted walls, scrape off as much of the crayon as possible with a spatula wrapped with a cloth towel. If you have a high gloss paint, rubbing may dull the painted area. Dab at the marks with a soft cloth dipped in a dry cleaning solvent. It may be necessary to repeat this treatment several times. If this does not work, make a paste of automatic dish washer soap, apply, and rub gently. If you have crayons on wall paper, gently roll a knead eraser (sold at art-supply stores) over the crayon marks. If the stain remains, crush some white chalk and mix it with dry-cleaning solvent. Lightly sponge the paste against the crayon marks, but do not rub. When it is dry, brush off the excess with a tissue. If this does not work, gently rub with a paste of automatic dish washing soap. With a damp cloth, wipe cleaning chemicals off the wall."

05-13-2003, 08:24 AM	#1 (permalink)
Grimlok Tilted Location: Central Illinois	2 yr olds+Crayons+Drywall=Bad The Title pretty much says it all... While I appreciate my daughters longing to be an artist like her dad... her palette of choice just doesn't sit well with me... especially since I'm renting. Question is... What's the best way to get Crayon off a wall... I've heard that Water can make it worse... but it could just be a myth. Help. __________________ Your future looks very very grim!

05-13-2003, 09:56 AM	#3 (permalink)
Grimlok Tilted Location: Central Illinois	What's TSP? __________________ Your future looks very very grim!

05-13-2003, 10:10 AM	#4 (permalink)
hrdwareguy "Officer, I was in fear for my life" Location: Oklahoma City	See if you can paint the wall with high gloss paint. Washes off with water __________________ Gun Control is hitting what you aim at Aim for the TFP, Donate Today

05-13-2003, 02:25 PM	#7 (permalink)
toxic515 Addict Location: Texas	goo gone. although it doesn't like FLAT paint too much... (ie: not semigloss or gloss) __________________ Time flies like an arrow, fruit flies like a banana.

05-17-2003, 08:29 PM	#8 (permalink)
clavus pow! Location: NorCal	You'll most likely never get it all off. Paint the wall before you move out. __________________ Ass, gas or grass. Nobody rides for free.

05-13-2003, 08:27 AM	#2 (permalink)
Mango Banned	TSP mixed with water. Wear rubber gloves.

05-13-2003, 11:51 AM	#5 (permalink)
HALDONIA Upright Location: ASHEVILLE,NC	COLGATE TOOTH PASTE AND BRUSH IT

05-17-2003, 11:57 PM	#9 (permalink)
Hard8s Addict Location: Wherever I am!	Have you tried baby wipes? Those damn things get anything out. __________________ If ignorance is bliss, then wipe this smile off my face!

05-18-2003, 04:02 AM	#10 (permalink)
apetaster Insane Location: P.R. Mass.	If it is eggshell paint, then nothing will completely clean it and not leave a mark. If you have a pearl/gloss finish, as above Goo Gone works well - a product called 'Goof Off' is AWESOME stuff, but may take the gloss off the topcoat of paint. With any of these approaches, I strongly recommend testing in the proverbial 'inconspicuous area.' Chances are good that a new topcoat of paint will be in order.

05-18-2003, 09:02 PM	#11 (permalink)
G-16 Crazy	just sand and repaint

05-22-2003, 09:39 AM	#12 (permalink)
Minx Junkie Location: Up yonder	Goo gone works....trust me I know. Oh, and be prepared for a LOT of scrubbing. __________________ You've been a naughty boy....go to my room!

05-26-2003, 09:41 AM	#13 (permalink)
NukingFuts Crazy	I would have to say repainting may be your best bet

05-26-2003, 09:59 AM	#14 (permalink)
cj2112 Unbelievable Location: Grants Pass OR	Repainting is gonna be your best bet, but the paint won't stick to the crayon very well, so your gonna need a good primer such as KILZ, that stuff will cover anything. Paint it w/ KILZ then let that dry, then cover w/ regular paint.

05-28-2003, 11:49 AM	#15 (permalink)
Paper Clip Upright	You might try a sanding sponge with the goo gone. It has a scrubber side and a sponge side. usually available in the drywall area of the home depot or other shardware place. Put the goo gone on it, wear rubber gloves, and then scrub away. Good luck!

05-29-2003, 08:01 PM	#16 (permalink)
MacGnG Know Where!	they sell markers that although they are more expensive (Crayola, i think) they can only be used on special paper so they dont get on the floor/wall. i saw a comercial for them a while ago but i know that there are similar things like that.

05-30-2003, 11:43 PM	#17 (permalink)
canuckelhead Guest	TSP is the stuff you are looking for

06-05-2003, 01:22 PM	#18 (permalink)
MSD The sky calls to us ... Super Moderator Location: CT	Mix one cup hot water with thre tablespoons lemon oil in a spray bottle. Spray, let sit, wipe, repeat. If there's a lot on it, scrape it off first with one of the tabs they use to close bags of bread; those things are all-purpose scrapers. Other ways: WD-40, wipe off, use soap to remove any oily film Bleach and water on a cloth Baking soda and a damp sponge. From the Utah State University website: "To get crayons off painted walls, scrape off as much of the crayon as possible with a spatula wrapped with a cloth towel. If you have a high gloss paint, rubbing may dull the painted area. Dab at the marks with a soft cloth dipped in a dry cleaning solvent. It may be necessary to repeat this treatment several times. If this does not work, make a paste of automatic dish washer soap, apply, and rub gently. If you have crayons on wall paper, gently roll a knead eraser (sold at art-supply stores) over the crayon marks. If the stain remains, crush some white chalk and mix it with dry-cleaning solvent. Lightly sponge the paste against the crayon marks, but do not rub. When it is dry, brush off the excess with a tissue. If this does not work, gently rub with a paste of automatic dish washing soap. With a damp cloth, wipe cleaning chemicals off the wall." Last edited by MSD; 06-05-2003 at 01:27 PM..