How To Keep Your Think Board Clean For Years!
Keeping your Think Board in good condition helps maintain a smooth writing surface and ensures your board looks clean and professional for years. With a few simple habits and the right cleaning methods, your board will stay easy to write on and erase.
1. Keep the Board Area Clean
Dust and debris can collect on marker trays, frames, and nearby surfaces. While this won’t damage the board itself, it can get onto erasers or cleaning cloths and end up smeared across the writing surface.
Use a slightly damp cloth to wipe down:
- The marker tray
- The frame around the board
- Nearby surfaces where dust accumulates
Keeping these areas clean helps prevent dirt or debris from transferring onto the board surface during use or cleaning.
2. Clean the Writing Surface Regularly
Dry erase ink is easiest to remove when it doesn’t sit on the board for long periods. Regular cleaning helps prevent ghosting and keeps the surface looking bright.
Daily Cleaning
Use a dry microfiber cloth or whiteboard eraser to remove writing at the end of the day. This prevents marker residue from building up.
Periodic Deep Cleaning
Every week or two, wipe the surface with:
- Water and a small amount of mild dish soap, or
- A cleaner specifically made for dry-erase boards
After cleaning, wipe the surface dry with a soft cloth to avoid streaks.
3. Use Dry Erase Markers Only
Think Board surfaces are designed for dry erase markers. Other writing tools can stain the surface.
Avoid using:
- Permanent markers
- Pens or pencils
- Chalk or chalk markers
If Permanent Marker Is Used
If someone accidentally writes with a permanent marker, try this:
- Write over the permanent ink with a dry erase marker.
- Wipe it off with an eraser or cloth.
The solvent in the dry erase marker usually lifts the permanent ink.
For stubborn marks, a small amount of isopropyl alcohol (70%) on a cloth can help remove residue.
4. Be Gentle Around the Edges
The edges of any resurfacing film can experience the most contact over time.
To keep them in good condition:
- Avoid scrubbing the edges aggressively
- Do not soak the edges with water
- Use a slightly damp cloth instead of a dripping wet one
Simple care around the perimeter helps keep the film securely bonded to the surface.
5. Use the Right Cleaning Tools
Using the proper tools protects the writing surface and keeps it performing well.
Recommended cleaning tools:
- Microfiber cloths – soft and effective for removing ink residue
- Standard whiteboard erasers – designed for dry erase surfaces
- Non-abrasive cloths – avoid anything rough or scratchy
Avoid abrasive sponges, scouring pads, or harsh cleaners that could dull the surface.
Keep Your Think Board Looking New
With regular wiping and occasional deeper cleaning, your Think Board will remain smooth, bright, and easy to erase. A few simple habits go a long way in maintaining a clean writing surface for classrooms, offices, and collaborative spaces.
Taking care of the board ensures it continues to perform just like the day it was installed.
