How to remove pen ink from leather!!!!

[mollytherocker]

I have somehow managed to get blue pen ink on my marble (Nearly white) leather seats!

Whats the safest way of removing it?

Oh and some advice for you all, DONT LEAVE PENS IN YOUR COAT POCKETS!!!

[mollytherocker]

belleair302 said:

Are we talking about fountain pen ink? If so it won't be coming out. You are going to have to get your leather re treated and sprayed. Not expensive as such but a pain in the ......

No it's from a cheap blue biro.

[mollytherocker]

Thanks guys, gonna try the baby wipes first as they will be the most gentle I guess.

Then getting the meths out!!!

I mean, how hard can it be?

[mollytherocker]

belleair302 said:

Are we talking about the nib drawing a line on your leather or the ink leaking to form a circle or shape? If it is the former it is easier to remove, if the latter it will require more work.

Not a fan of nail varnish, or baby wipes. Leather today is treated and sealed as such. by removing the top layer of protection you will cause many more issues to the 'skin' or leather underneath. That is why leather conditioners today are nothing more than snake skin oil....to fool the masses. Would love a picture.

It's ink leaked out of a pen which has formed some shapes and smears. I could get a pic up to tomorrow if it helps.