This same process can work with baking soda in place of toothpaste. Or better yet, use toothpaste that contains baking soda!

If the marker doesn’t completely disappear after the first attempt, repeat the process with a new damp cloth and another dab of toothpaste.

You can also try hand sanitizer, WD-40, or lemon juice.

Once the stain is gone and the upholstery has been rinsed, let it air dry.

Use furniture oil if the sheen gets rubbed off. Other products such as Goo Gone or Bon Ami can remove permanent marker stains and are available at most hardware stores.