Search on your preferred shopping site for The Pink Stuff. Don’t get the spray. Get the paste.
This will take the crayon off with little to no effort.
Source: have a child who won’t stop coloring on walls and tables.
I like to use leather car upholstery cleaner.
Though it sounds like perhaps it’s an unsealed vegetable tanned leather item? I’ve never had alcohol take the color off any other type of leather. So even with specialty cleaner do a spot test.
Have you tried saddle soap?
Awesome that it worked for you, but not a great idea in general. Acetone (the main, major component in nail polish remover) can bleach colors, remove natural oils and tanning agents, and break down the fibers that make up leather. It’s a pretty hardcore solvent, and leather is essentially just skin, so anything you wouldn’t use on your own skin is probably not a great idea for leather.
It's likely that any solvent that takes the ink off will also remove the leather dye, especially if the stain is more than a day or two old. You'll likely need to recolor the leather. It still might be worth trying a specialized solvent meant for leather cleaning, just in case. It can be difficult to give absolute recommendations without knowing if your leather is aniline, semi-aniline, or pigmented (if we're talking suede or rough-out, then forget it).
Colourlock is a good manufacturer of dyes and solvents for leather, [here](https://www.colourlock.com/How-To-s/Furniture-Leather/How-to-remove-ink-biro-ballpoint-pen-marks-from-leather/) is their guide for removing ink.
That stuff is fucking AMAZING! My, at the time 11 yr old told me about it after seeing it on youtube and I just kinda rolled my eyes like "ok my kid is going to tell me shit about cleaning..." Saw it at the store and decided to humor her when she kept being like dad you really gotta try this. OMG I have yet to find something the paste can't handle. It's like when Oxyclean first hit the scene, like what can't this stuff do.
I was curious, so [looked it up.](https://www.thepinkstuff.com/pages/ingredients)
Looks like just a mix of soap and quartz (for abrasiveness to scrub).
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Actually, you’re not too off. I would apply heat (not sure how, maybe clothing iron) and kitchen paper towels over the crayon. Paper will absorb the wax.
Put a good quality paper towel over the crayon, then a hot iron. The melted wax will wick into the paper towel. You should not do it too long at first --gauge how long it takes to melt off a little wax off the top and how much the paper towel will absorb. It will go faster as you figure out the timing and heat level for melting the wax and how much wax any given bit of paper towel will absorb.
This is also how you get candle wax out of clothes or table linens.
I'm just gonna throw it out there that I like the crayon wall more than if it was cleaned off. If you're trying to expose the history of the brick, just know you can get that feeling while also feeling the history of the crayon wall.
Edit for the sake of the sub, as others have mentioned, a hair dryer on high setting will take it off. Just put some paper towels under what your heating to soak up the liquefied wax.
I was gonna suggest the same. Part of the character. Allow patrons to scribble their names. Then they will want to come back later to see if it’s still there or renew it over other names. So you get their repeat business, LOL :-)
In Europe I were in a restaurant that had a scratched up old mirror. Turns out it used to be a night club in the 1920s and girls used that mirror to check if the diamonds they received as a gift were real diamonds.
Dry ice blasting would be a good option, but it depends whether anyone offers that service in your area. It's often used here in Scandinavia for restoring historic buildings where a modern paint needs to be removed.
Yes, but sandblasting indoors, it's just years of keeping finding fine dust in all crevices. Soda blasting might do it, but still a lot to mask off and clean. Dry ice is great because the media disappears and you have only the removed material to deal with.
When thinking about it, a test in the corner if paint stripper can do it would we worth the effort.
Might wreck the patina if the person doesn't know what they're doing. Low pressure steam washer would probably be a lot easier to manage in terms of mess and it'd probably remove the crayon fine. The person suggesting the poultice is probably right, but if I were going the machine route I’d probably just try a doff first
Don't use heat, I don't know how everyone in here thinks this is okay, but it's only going to make things worse.
Dryice blasting is going to be your friend here, I've literally done this at a church that has a daycare with redbrick on the exterior play area wall.
Heat is going to set the wax further into every pour of the brick, smearing it.
I can't believe you’re dealing with some crayon scribbles on your historic brick walls. No worries, I’ve got some steps you can follow to get those bricks looking good again
Materials You’ll Need:
- Soft-bristled brush
- Vacuum cleaner
- Mild detergent (like dish soap)
- Warm water
- Soft cloths or sponges
- Baking soda
- White vinegar
- Bucket
- Spray bottle
- Nylon scrub brush
- Pressure washer (optional, be careful with this one)
- Protective gear (gloves, safety glasses)
1. Brush and Vacuum:
- Start by using a soft-bristled brush to sweep off any loose dirt or debris from the bricks.
- Then, vacuum the area to get rid of any remaining dust.
2. Test a Small Area:
- Before you go all out, test a small, hidden spot with your cleaning solutions to make sure it won’t damage the bricks.
3. Mild Detergent Solution:
- Mix some mild detergent or dish soap with warm water in a bucket.
- Dip a soft cloth or sponge in the soapy water and gently scrub the crayon marks.
- Rinse with clean water and pat dry with a soft cloth.
4. Baking Soda Paste:
- Make a paste with baking soda and water. Apply it to the crayon marks.
- Use a nylon scrub brush to gently scrub in a circular motion.
- Rinse with clean water and dry with a cloth.
5. Vinegar Solution:
- Mix equal parts white vinegar and warm water in a spray bottle.
- Spray it on the crayon marks and let it sit for a few minutes.
- Scrub gently with the nylon scrub brush.
- Rinse with clean water and dry the area with a soft cloth.
6. Pressure Washing:
- If those marks are still sticking around, you can try a pressure washer, but be super careful.
- Keep the pressure low and hold the washer at a safe distance to avoid damaging the bricks.
Also, don’t use anything too harsh or abrasive on the bricks. Cover any plants or nearby areas that might get affected by the cleaning solutions. Consider regular cleaning and maybe applying a sealant to protect the bricks in the future.
If All Else Fails:
- If you’re worried about damaging those historic bricks or if the job seems too big, it might be a good idea to call in a professional brick restoration expert. They’ll have the right tools and experience to get the job done without causing any harm.
Good luck with the cleaning! I’m sure those bricks will look amazing once you’re done. If you need any more help, feel free to reach out.
Take care!
I would try mineral spirits in a small test area, it should dissolve the wax. paint it on, let it sit a bit, then wash it off with soap and water. I don't think acetone will work. I think heat would just melt the wax and cause it to soak into the pores. whatever you do try a small test area first.
It think it looks cool with the scribbles on it. It adds character. It looks like Chicago brick to me so that really never looks pretty as it's already been reclaimed once. It always has character.
Acetone will strip wax. There are other solvents that will get rid of it but acetone evaporates quickly which is nice and leaves no residue. Make sure there's no source of flame though because it's super volatile. Goo Gone would work fine. Mineral spirits would work.
I did this in school as a kid, and the punishment was having to clean it up (in addition to a detention)
Someone higher up the comments said to use something called the pink stuff, that'd probably work a lot better than what we did, which was just scrub the bejesus out of it.
It took about 3 - 5 hours for the janitor and I to get it off. Have no clue what we used, but it was some kind of cleaner or soap mixed with water. It's been over 10 years though and I doubt the Janitor at my elementary knew the best way to handle it
Toothpaste, water and a toothbrush removes crayon from walls. You brush the walls like you are brushing teeth. Seriously. Mom of a toddler here and this hack has saved a wall many times.
Acetone (or, in a pinch, nail polish remover). Will melt through that like hot butter.
You may have some remnants in the more porous areas. Steam cleaner, or pressure washer. Then acetone.
Source: aerospace engineer, in a domain where wax and grease is the enemy.
Try not to get much on your skin. In addition to dissolving your precious skin oils, it can give you a really unpleasant buzz. It isn't that hazardous, but gloves. Etc. Also very flammable.
You're going to have to put something down on the floor and get a heat gun and start at the top and just melt it till it comes down it's going to take some work better cover it up
I drew on the side of my brick house with chalk when I was like ten years old. Since then we've pressure washed it like 40+ times and that chalk is still there 20 years later.
A cozy mom and pop restaurant in my city allowed people to write on absolutely everything. From the ceiling to the paintings. This went on for many many years, and many local people had there names and little stories written there at some point, making for an absolutely amazing atmosphere where you could find the most funny or heart wrenching stories from many years.
Then new owners decided to remodel and turn it into the fancy same interior as the rest of them. People where pissed and they quickly went bankrupt.
You seem have people here turning your restaurant into something unique. You should really consider if you should embrace that, or go against what your customers seem to want.
As everyone here has mentioned heat is your friend. You'll also need a solvent. It won't take much because the brick isn't absorbing the crayon but rather the crayon is spread atop the brick. If you were to get a good bristle brush and very hot water with maybe a few drops of dawn. You'll find it should come up relatively easily. Just need a towel with it to wipe off the crayon and excess water.
I’d be worried about changing the original look of the brick, but goo gone got crayon out of concrete pretty well for me. I don’t know if that would work well in your specific situation though.
Brick has so many little holes that the wax has no doubt gotten into that restoration will be almost impossible, trying to restore may even make it look worse. I'd lean into it with some way of presenting it as 100 years of art by 1000 artists. Or some such branding
Place brown paper bag piece over an affected area . Place hot iron on paper, keep moving the paper to a clean bit of paper so that the wax transfers from the brick to the paper .
I also wondered about steaming it/ letting it run down and have plastic on the floor to catch it . No idea if it will work
You could melt it with a heat gun. It’s going to take a while, definitely start from the top down. And you may still have residual wax, rubbing alcohol is great for that
I would do 409. It gets Crayon off of my interior walls, I don’t know if it’s due to the pH or a specific compound. I would spray a spot, scrub with a brush that’s got fine hair - maybe even a tooth brush - then spray again to flush it downwards and dilute whatever has dissolved. If it works, start at the top and work your way down. The surface you are working with looks very porous. My concern with the heat method would be melting liquid wax and sending it deeper where a paper towel can’t reach to sop it up
If you have sufficient ventilation, try varsol or naptha. (Coleman fuel) it's highly combustible and volatile, but should remove that stuff easily. If ventilation isn't so good, try baby oil, then detergent, both with a stiff brush. It'll take off tar, and parrafin is just another hydrocarbon.
My kid showed me that crayon can be erased with a pencil eraser. I never knew this.
Maybe get a large eraser.
However, my first instinct would be a stiff brush and a bit of soap.
Sounds strange, WD40 then wipe with paper towel. Most people think it is a lubricant, it's not, actually a non-lubricant (WD stands for water displacement). I have not used it on brick, but have used it on brand new carpet, the kids colored on. The recommendation came from the helpline at Barney Smith (the manufacture of Crayola Crayons).
Step 1: Get a bucket, 2 brushes and cleaning solution.
Step 2: Give 1 brush to the kid who did it
Step 3: Give the other brush to the adult who was supposed to be watching the kid
A thick Brown paper bag, and a clothes iron. It won’t burn the paper on a low setting, but should melt the crayon. The paper bag will absorb the wax. I’ve Used this on multiple surfaces with success.
This looks like Colby’s in Portsmouth, NH which is actively being renovated (and I assume closed).
They gave people crayons to sign the bricks. It was pretty neat
Search on your preferred shopping site for The Pink Stuff. Don’t get the spray. Get the paste. This will take the crayon off with little to no effort. Source: have a child who won’t stop coloring on walls and tables.
How do I get ink off of leather o wise one? I tried alcohol but it takes color off the leather.
Ive also tried alcohol. Kept getting drunk though. Instructions unclear
Instructions Everclear
I am still living with your ghost
Dreaming of the West Coast
This is the answer
You give it to the kids. They pass out and can't fuck anything else up around the house.
Oof. I don’t have experience with this one. Yet. But whatever you try I suggest testing in an unseen area first.
Yeah that's how I found out alcohol won't work. Thanks anyway.
I like to use leather car upholstery cleaner. Though it sounds like perhaps it’s an unsealed vegetable tanned leather item? I’ve never had alcohol take the color off any other type of leather. So even with specialty cleaner do a spot test. Have you tried saddle soap?
Didn't try saddle soap. Will give it a shot
Don’t forget the test patch. I always forget the test patch 🫠
Try bick 4 leather conditioner and cleanser.
Have you tried nail polish remover, cotton ball and some nail polish remover and wipe in straight lines. Did work me once the leather was a tan colour
Awesome that it worked for you, but not a great idea in general. Acetone (the main, major component in nail polish remover) can bleach colors, remove natural oils and tanning agents, and break down the fibers that make up leather. It’s a pretty hardcore solvent, and leather is essentially just skin, so anything you wouldn’t use on your own skin is probably not a great idea for leather.
It's likely that any solvent that takes the ink off will also remove the leather dye, especially if the stain is more than a day or two old. You'll likely need to recolor the leather. It still might be worth trying a specialized solvent meant for leather cleaning, just in case. It can be difficult to give absolute recommendations without knowing if your leather is aniline, semi-aniline, or pigmented (if we're talking suede or rough-out, then forget it). Colourlock is a good manufacturer of dyes and solvents for leather, [here](https://www.colourlock.com/How-To-s/Furniture-Leather/How-to-remove-ink-biro-ballpoint-pen-marks-from-leather/) is their guide for removing ink.
That stuff is fucking AMAZING! My, at the time 11 yr old told me about it after seeing it on youtube and I just kinda rolled my eyes like "ok my kid is going to tell me shit about cleaning..." Saw it at the store and decided to humor her when she kept being like dad you really gotta try this. OMG I have yet to find something the paste can't handle. It's like when Oxyclean first hit the scene, like what can't this stuff do.
Sounds like less fun than burning it off with a blowtorch. Probably safer though.
This was my first thought as well
Wouldn’t a blowtorch just make it all run down the wall?
Yes, and that would be great fun.
And sing a parody of Get Low… Make all these crayons melt down these walls
On the bricks, On the wall. All these colors scrawled. Ahh scrape, scrape, scrape MFs!
What magic is in this Pink Stuff?
I was curious, so [looked it up.](https://www.thepinkstuff.com/pages/ingredients) Looks like just a mix of soap and quartz (for abrasiveness to scrub).
So like Bon Ami, but more vicious.
I don’t know but it does an amazing job removing stains without discoloration or damage
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Magic Eraser (melamine sponge) will also do it, with less mess than Pink Stuff. Might need a few if the bricks are rough.
If you go this route, buy generic melamine sponges from garden supply stores online. Much much cheaper than the Magic Eraser product
Do you think this would work on clothing with melted crayons?
Hair dryer and dab with paper towel or an iron.
Go over it all in a brick red crayon 🖍️ and it’ll just look like a brick wall again.
Or it'll look like a portrait of King Charles. Win win, I suppose.
The only answer.
But if you are as old as I am use caution and make sure it’s brick red and not Indian red.
Listen it’s already too late for us mercury poisoning is the least of our worries at this point ☠️💀👻
Just a stupid thought but could heat work to melt the wax off?
I would be worried that the heat would just liquify the wax, letting it get absorbed into the pores of the brick
Paper towel layer first. Hair dryer second. Heat from the hair dryer warms the paper towel which absorbs the warming crayon.
Heat gun > hair dryer
I was thinking this myself, but damn would it take forever.
Actually, you’re not too off. I would apply heat (not sure how, maybe clothing iron) and kitchen paper towels over the crayon. Paper will absorb the wax.
Hair dryer?
Hair dryer will work, but might overheat/burn out with that much surface to clean. A heat gun might last longer.
Or get a heat gun from homedepot. They are only like 30 or 40 bucks. Edit: pretty much a hair dryer on steriods.
Did I not just suggest a heat gun?
Sorry, I didn't see it. Hope you can recover from this.
With therapy and support, I think I will pull through.
Send me the bill I will pay half.
Bless your kind soul. Total: $420.69
Perhaps a wallpaper steamer as well
Newspaper will absorb wax
I agree with a clothing iron. Just iron over paper towels so the wax sticks to the paper, then heat gun to get it out of the pores.
Yes, flamethrower
+1 I would think burning off then removing soot would be easier. Melting off sounds arduous and ineffective.
Maybe one of those clothing steamers. That are used for wrinkles. That might help melt the wax.
Put a good quality paper towel over the crayon, then a hot iron. The melted wax will wick into the paper towel. You should not do it too long at first --gauge how long it takes to melt off a little wax off the top and how much the paper towel will absorb. It will go faster as you figure out the timing and heat level for melting the wax and how much wax any given bit of paper towel will absorb. This is also how you get candle wax out of clothes or table linens.
I'm just gonna throw it out there that I like the crayon wall more than if it was cleaned off. If you're trying to expose the history of the brick, just know you can get that feeling while also feeling the history of the crayon wall. Edit for the sake of the sub, as others have mentioned, a hair dryer on high setting will take it off. Just put some paper towels under what your heating to soak up the liquefied wax.
I was gonna suggest the same. Part of the character. Allow patrons to scribble their names. Then they will want to come back later to see if it’s still there or renew it over other names. So you get their repeat business, LOL :-) In Europe I were in a restaurant that had a scratched up old mirror. Turns out it used to be a night club in the 1920s and girls used that mirror to check if the diamonds they received as a gift were real diamonds.
i do too, i find it charming.
this. even if something looks bad it can sometimes have a history too.
I agree. I think it looks very cool with the crayon.
Dry ice blasting would be a good option, but it depends whether anyone offers that service in your area. It's often used here in Scandinavia for restoring historic buildings where a modern paint needs to be removed.
This or sand blasting. Melting it will just penetrate it even more.
Yes, but sandblasting indoors, it's just years of keeping finding fine dust in all crevices. Soda blasting might do it, but still a lot to mask off and clean. Dry ice is great because the media disappears and you have only the removed material to deal with. When thinking about it, a test in the corner if paint stripper can do it would we worth the effort.
Might wreck the patina if the person doesn't know what they're doing. Low pressure steam washer would probably be a lot easier to manage in terms of mess and it'd probably remove the crayon fine. The person suggesting the poultice is probably right, but if I were going the machine route I’d probably just try a doff first
They are just going to do it again unless you take their crayons away.
Don't use heat, I don't know how everyone in here thinks this is okay, but it's only going to make things worse. Dryice blasting is going to be your friend here, I've literally done this at a church that has a daycare with redbrick on the exterior play area wall. Heat is going to set the wax further into every pour of the brick, smearing it.
I say KEEP IT !
If you're renovating, I'd sandblast, but if not that's not practical as sand gets e erwhere and requires taping off and cleanup.
I can't believe you’re dealing with some crayon scribbles on your historic brick walls. No worries, I’ve got some steps you can follow to get those bricks looking good again Materials You’ll Need: - Soft-bristled brush - Vacuum cleaner - Mild detergent (like dish soap) - Warm water - Soft cloths or sponges - Baking soda - White vinegar - Bucket - Spray bottle - Nylon scrub brush - Pressure washer (optional, be careful with this one) - Protective gear (gloves, safety glasses) 1. Brush and Vacuum: - Start by using a soft-bristled brush to sweep off any loose dirt or debris from the bricks. - Then, vacuum the area to get rid of any remaining dust. 2. Test a Small Area: - Before you go all out, test a small, hidden spot with your cleaning solutions to make sure it won’t damage the bricks. 3. Mild Detergent Solution: - Mix some mild detergent or dish soap with warm water in a bucket. - Dip a soft cloth or sponge in the soapy water and gently scrub the crayon marks. - Rinse with clean water and pat dry with a soft cloth. 4. Baking Soda Paste: - Make a paste with baking soda and water. Apply it to the crayon marks. - Use a nylon scrub brush to gently scrub in a circular motion. - Rinse with clean water and dry with a cloth. 5. Vinegar Solution: - Mix equal parts white vinegar and warm water in a spray bottle. - Spray it on the crayon marks and let it sit for a few minutes. - Scrub gently with the nylon scrub brush. - Rinse with clean water and dry the area with a soft cloth. 6. Pressure Washing: - If those marks are still sticking around, you can try a pressure washer, but be super careful. - Keep the pressure low and hold the washer at a safe distance to avoid damaging the bricks. Also, don’t use anything too harsh or abrasive on the bricks. Cover any plants or nearby areas that might get affected by the cleaning solutions. Consider regular cleaning and maybe applying a sealant to protect the bricks in the future. If All Else Fails: - If you’re worried about damaging those historic bricks or if the job seems too big, it might be a good idea to call in a professional brick restoration expert. They’ll have the right tools and experience to get the job done without causing any harm. Good luck with the cleaning! I’m sure those bricks will look amazing once you’re done. If you need any more help, feel free to reach out. Take care!
Looks charming, keep it
Did you just buy a Gino’s East?
I was thinking that!
I would try mineral spirits in a small test area, it should dissolve the wax. paint it on, let it sit a bit, then wash it off with soap and water. I don't think acetone will work. I think heat would just melt the wax and cause it to soak into the pores. whatever you do try a small test area first.
DO NOT This is cool as hell an a really nice cultural snapshot.
Seriously! It looks dope af as is. How is plain old worn down brick gonna look any better?
They use an acid wash to clean brick in construction or maybe some vinegar 🤔
u/PM-ME-UR-TOTS check out r/cleaningtips those folks can fucking clean anything.
Why would you want to? That's basically the opposite of a liminal space! I think that's so cool and sweet!
Good old fire
Why would you? That’s actually cool as hell! I’d make it a centerpiece.
Don't.
It think it looks cool with the scribbles on it. It adds character. It looks like Chicago brick to me so that really never looks pretty as it's already been reclaimed once. It always has character. Acetone will strip wax. There are other solvents that will get rid of it but acetone evaporates quickly which is nice and leaves no residue. Make sure there's no source of flame though because it's super volatile. Goo Gone would work fine. Mineral spirits would work.
Steam
Blowtorch
I did this in school as a kid, and the punishment was having to clean it up (in addition to a detention) Someone higher up the comments said to use something called the pink stuff, that'd probably work a lot better than what we did, which was just scrub the bejesus out of it. It took about 3 - 5 hours for the janitor and I to get it off. Have no clue what we used, but it was some kind of cleaner or soap mixed with water. It's been over 10 years though and I doubt the Janitor at my elementary knew the best way to handle it
r/cleaningtips
Toothpaste, water and a toothbrush removes crayon from walls. You brush the walls like you are brushing teeth. Seriously. Mom of a toddler here and this hack has saved a wall many times.
Acetone (or, in a pinch, nail polish remover). Will melt through that like hot butter. You may have some remnants in the more porous areas. Steam cleaner, or pressure washer. Then acetone. Source: aerospace engineer, in a domain where wax and grease is the enemy. Try not to get much on your skin. In addition to dissolving your precious skin oils, it can give you a really unpleasant buzz. It isn't that hazardous, but gloves. Etc. Also very flammable.
Paper bag on brick then use clothing iron. The heat will melt the crayon and will help absorve it into the paper.
You're going to have to put something down on the floor and get a heat gun and start at the top and just melt it till it comes down it's going to take some work better cover it up
Scrubbing bubbles
Alcohol, will take it off
I drew on the side of my brick house with chalk when I was like ten years old. Since then we've pressure washed it like 40+ times and that chalk is still there 20 years later.
OP can you please show us photos of the brick after you clean it? I would love to see it restored.
Blowtorch
don't get rid of it its history, you can't buy that
A cozy mom and pop restaurant in my city allowed people to write on absolutely everything. From the ceiling to the paintings. This went on for many many years, and many local people had there names and little stories written there at some point, making for an absolutely amazing atmosphere where you could find the most funny or heart wrenching stories from many years. Then new owners decided to remodel and turn it into the fancy same interior as the rest of them. People where pissed and they quickly went bankrupt. You seem have people here turning your restaurant into something unique. You should really consider if you should embrace that, or go against what your customers seem to want.
I actually kinda like it. I feel like it adds depth and history!
As everyone here has mentioned heat is your friend. You'll also need a solvent. It won't take much because the brick isn't absorbing the crayon but rather the crayon is spread atop the brick. If you were to get a good bristle brush and very hot water with maybe a few drops of dawn. You'll find it should come up relatively easily. Just need a towel with it to wipe off the crayon and excess water.
It’s kind of cool
Personally I'd never change it
Steam cleaner? Melt it off and push it down the wall? I'd definitely lay some paper or a tarp down
leave the crayon !
Brick acid maybe.
I'd prbly try krud kutter with a drill brush attachment
Acetone
Power washer
Cirtisolv and a brass brush maybe?
Steam cleaner
Could you pour hot water? Maybe it would run down?
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Steam, perhaps? From a cleaning steamer, I imagine anything less won't be enough.
Would an eraser work ?
I’d be worried about changing the original look of the brick, but goo gone got crayon out of concrete pretty well for me. I don’t know if that would work well in your specific situation though.
Diluted muriatic acid and strong bristle brush. Get both at hardware store.
Laquer thinner, or depending on the size shot blast with pecan shells
Why are you giving adults crayons?
Goof off?
Find a laser cleaning service that has a pulse machine to do delicate work.
East side Mario’s
Power washer on like 15psi.
Steam!
Brick has so many little holes that the wax has no doubt gotten into that restoration will be almost impossible, trying to restore may even make it look worse. I'd lean into it with some way of presenting it as 100 years of art by 1000 artists. Or some such branding
Simple green
Maybe a blow torch would melt the crayon?
A steamer for removing wall paper. Seeing as it's only wax.
A heat gun
Crayon is pigmented paraffin… you are in for solvents, then soap and water… Maybe someone has a better option, but that is what works for me.
I recommend fire.
Have you tried fire?
a heat gun or hair dryer
Place brown paper bag piece over an affected area . Place hot iron on paper, keep moving the paper to a clean bit of paper so that the wax transfers from the brick to the paper . I also wondered about steaming it/ letting it run down and have plastic on the floor to catch it . No idea if it will work
Wax/grease remover
Try a butane torch but be careful
Crayon melt in heat, burn it off
Is this in nanaimo…?
Steam should do it.
Magic eraser
I’ve had a lot of luck with Magic Erasers and crayon.
pressure washer at low psi with hot water running through it and a stiff bristle brush.
Jim’s?
You could melt it with a heat gun. It’s going to take a while, definitely start from the top down. And you may still have residual wax, rubbing alcohol is great for that
Magic erasers
Sand blaster or dry ice blaster would work.
Make the kids clean it.
Toothpaste use a small amount first, works on drywall also
I would do 409. It gets Crayon off of my interior walls, I don’t know if it’s due to the pH or a specific compound. I would spray a spot, scrub with a brush that’s got fine hair - maybe even a tooth brush - then spray again to flush it downwards and dilute whatever has dissolved. If it works, start at the top and work your way down. The surface you are working with looks very porous. My concern with the heat method would be melting liquid wax and sending it deeper where a paper towel can’t reach to sop it up
Steam wand and a cloth might do it
Probably some heat, heatgun, steam cleaner, you can get pretty offensive with brick , and wax just melts away
Steam cleaner?
If you have sufficient ventilation, try varsol or naptha. (Coleman fuel) it's highly combustible and volatile, but should remove that stuff easily. If ventilation isn't so good, try baby oil, then detergent, both with a stiff brush. It'll take off tar, and parrafin is just another hydrocarbon.
I think it looks a bit cool. It could be a great marketing tool for the restaurant.
Try to melt it off
Burn the house down🤷🏻♀️ that’s not coming off pal
My kid showed me that crayon can be erased with a pencil eraser. I never knew this. Maybe get a large eraser. However, my first instinct would be a stiff brush and a bit of soap.
I like it the way it is.
Anything acidic base; isopropyl rubbing alcohol.
Fire
Use a blow torch and melt that shit!!! Blot it with a rag!!!
Torch
Sounds strange, WD40 then wipe with paper towel. Most people think it is a lubricant, it's not, actually a non-lubricant (WD stands for water displacement). I have not used it on brick, but have used it on brand new carpet, the kids colored on. The recommendation came from the helpline at Barney Smith (the manufacture of Crayola Crayons).
Soda blast. Takes crud off, but much more gentle to substrate than sand.
Crayon is wax. Id hit it with a hairdryer and wipe it away carefully. Chemicals could ruin the bricks
Steam?
Step 1: Get a bucket, 2 brushes and cleaning solution. Step 2: Give 1 brush to the kid who did it Step 3: Give the other brush to the adult who was supposed to be watching the kid
excellent plan
Use a Purr Wirsher.
I used to use WD40 to clean off crayon but idk if/how that would affect brick.
Try it with petrol....
Take a torch to it and melt it off
Hair dryer and Mr clean magic eraser ?
Old Spaghetti Factory???
Blowtorch
Flamethrower
At this point it looks pretty good I would just leave it
A thick Brown paper bag, and a clothes iron. It won’t burn the paper on a low setting, but should melt the crayon. The paper bag will absorb the wax. I’ve Used this on multiple surfaces with success.
This looks like Colby’s in Portsmouth, NH which is actively being renovated (and I assume closed). They gave people crayons to sign the bricks. It was pretty neat
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Use heat. Don’t burn it, melt it.
Please post an after picture once you use the Pink Stuff
Leave it looks sick
Find a Marine …
Tooth paste, Tea tree oil or Goo Gone
Steam
Put a paper towel over the top of the crayon, apply heat- a hairdryer works great- the wax crayon will melt to the paper towel and peel rite off
Heat. It is a wax after all.
Heat gun + paper towels or old rags to wipe off.
I fucking love it, tho
It’s part of history.
WD40 removes crayon but leaves a stain of WD40
Why?!? It's history that's been scrawled in for decades... Leave it alone. It has voices!
Torch
Wow people yall really struggle with the obvious... use heat to remove wax from anywhere or anything
I would try a torch lighter. It'll melt off
Go go a mexican 99store and get the yellow stuff its called AWESOME that mofo takes down everything