How to Restore An Expo Marker
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Last updated on Apr 28, 2023
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Introduction
Go to step 1 ↓The leading cause of your dry erase markers drying out is leaving it uncapped for a long period of time. Restoring dried out dry erase markers is a simple process that you can do with materials at home. To follow this guide you will need a dry erase marker, alcohol or vinegar, and a bowl.
What you need
Tools
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Isopropyl Alcohol 70%$12.99
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Collect all of the markers you want to restore.
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Obtain isopropyl alcohol (rubbing alcohol) or vinegar.
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Pour a small amount of either alcohol or vinegar into a small bowl, using enough to cover the tip of the markers.
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Soak the tip of the markers in the alcohol or vinegar until the ink comes out of the tip of the marker.
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Place the cap back on the marker.
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Let the marker sit tip side up for at least 24 hours. The alcohol should penetrate inside the tip of the marker.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
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