• Take a ‘Mr Clean Magic Eraser’ that you have wet slightly with cool water and use it to gently rub at the stains. Once you have removed the ink, rinse the paint with a wet rag.
• Take a can of hairspray and spray it directly onto the whiteboard marker stains. Then, use a clean cloth that you have wet slightly to rub at the marks. Rinse the paint with a wet rag when finished.
• Take some rubbing alcohol and apply it to an old rag, which you can then use to rub at the marker stains. Once you have removed the ink, make sure that you rinse the paint with a wet rag.
• Take the cleaner that you purchased for your whiteboard and apply it to the marker stains. Use an eraser to wipe the paint clean, then rinse with a wet rag.

Before using any of the above cleaning techniques, you should test them on an inconspicuous area of the surface to make sure that it won’t remove the paint as well as the whiteboard marker in Melbourne. You should also keep in mind that the glossier the finish of your paint, the easier it will be to remove any marker stains that may result.

Generally, the inside of your cabinets will only need to be cleaned out once or twice a year, but the outside should be cleaned on almost a weekly basis to ensure that the glass is always looking its best. Some people like to clean their cupboard whenever they swap over its contents.

To clean the inside of your glass cabinets, all you will need to do is run the nozzle attachment of your vacuum cleaner around every surface or give the whole inside a good dust. If there have been any spills or bug infestations, you will need to give the shelves a good scrub with warm soapy water and a sponge. For sticky stains, let the soapy solution soak for a few minutes and wipe clean.

To clean the outside of your glass cabinet, all you will need to do is wipe over all visible surfaces with a clean cloth that has been dipped into warm soapy water and wrung out. This will prevent the cloth from leaving water streaks on the cabinet. To return the shine to the glass, you will need to spray an appropriate cleaner onto the offending surface and give it a good wipe with a clean cloth.

Step 1: Using the hose attachment for your vacuum cleaner, run the nozzle over the walls to pick up any dust or cobwebs that may have accumulated since your last cleaning spree.

Step 2: If your wall coverings are washable (keep in mind that not all are, especially wallpaper), fill a bucket with water and add about a teaspoon of powdered laundry detergent. Dip a sponge into the solution, wring out any excess water and use it to wipe the walls in small, circular motions.

Step 3: Leave the coverings to dry at least overnight and test them by feeling if they are dry to the touch before replacing any calendars, photo frames and other items that had been tacked to the wall.

Don’t become one of those people who notice their wall coverings growing increasingly dirty but do nothing about it – after learning that it is possible to clean them, you no longer have any excuses. If your coverings are not suitable for washing with water and vacuuming them hasn’t completely worked, you could also try gently wiping them with a barely damp cloth to see if there is any improvement.

Step 1: Remove the door from the front of the glass cabinets by unscrewing the hinges or lifting it out of the sliding track. Lay it face down on an old blanket that you have spread on a flat surface. If your door was one that slid along in a track, you can simply replace it with a brand new one that you have purchased or constructed. If it wasn’t, continue onto the next step.

Step 2: Remove the broken pane from the doorframe. You can use a putty knife to work the putty out of the gaps or you can use a screwdriver to pry the trim away (make sure that you put aside any nails so that you can reuse them).

Step 3: If the glass was smashed, put on a pair of leather gloves and pull out all of the broken shards. Then, measure the dimensions of the panel using a tape measure and purchase or cut to size a piece of glass that will fit. Insert it into the frame.

The door is now ready to re-hang on the front of your glass cabinet or to slot back into the sliding track. Make sure that you do this carefully, as you would hate to break the new pane of glass just as you were replacing it. Give the whole cabinet a good clean once you are finished.

• Whenever you need to transport your board, make sure that it is wrapped in protective padding. This will prevent the brittle materials that it is made out of from breaking if it is dropped.
• After having a new chalkboard installed, make sure that you prepare its surface for use by rubbing a piece of chalk across the surface. Erase the dust before attempting to write.
• Only use a soft felt cloth, a chamois or an eraser made out of the same material to rub out the chalk from your board. If using an eraser, avoid scraping the surface with the block of wood at all costs.
• Wash your chalkboard on the odd occasion using water and a non-abrasive cleaner. Dip some felt or a chamois into the mixture and wipe the surface with circular motions.
• Do not store furniture or other heavy items against your board, especially if they have sharp edges and corners. This can actually scratch and dent the surface.

By following the above tips as regularly as possible, you will ensure that your chalkboard is as well cared for as possible and that it will last you well into the future. Failing to complete even a few of these tips once or twice could result in the premature aging of your chalkboard and the dire need to replace it with a brand new one.

• Take a can of hairspray and apply it to a soft, clean cloth. Use the cloth to wipe at the marker. You may need to reapply more hairspray to the cloth as you clean; just continue until your walls are stain free.
• Take some isopropyl alcohol and apply it to the bristles of an old toothbrush. Use the toothbrush to scrub rigorously at the whiteboard marker until it has disappeared.
• Take some WD-40 and give the affected wall area a good spray. Use a soft, clean cloth to wipe the substance away; the marker stains should come away with it.
• Take some white toothpaste and apply it to the bristles of an old toothbrush. Use it to gently scrub at the wall until all of the ink has been removed.

Before using any of the above remedies on whiteboard markers stains, you should test the substance on an inconspicuous area of the wall, such as behind a cabinet or a door that is constantly kept open. This will allow you to check whether it makes the stains worse or affects the paint in any other way before using it somewhere obvious.

Microfiber Cloth
Some people choose to simply get rid of their whiteboard erasers all together and swap over to microfiber cloths. This is a highly desirable decision, as it removes the ink from the board and the marker dust that is usually left behind.

Cleaning Fluid
Most office supply stores will stock a whiteboard cleaning fluid that you can spray onto your board before running your eraser over it. The fluid will help to remove stubborn marks. If you cannot find a cleaning fluid, however, it is possible to make your own:

Scrape the zest of an orange into a large glass bowl. Mince it up until it is as fine as you can possibly get it (the finer the zest the more oil it will release). Then, add about 2 cups of a 70% isopropyl alcohol to the zest. Leave the mixture to sit for two or three days, then strain into a spray bottle.

Whilst there is nothing wrong with using a whiteboard eraser, it will occasionally need a little help to get rid of some of the more stubborn stains. Remember to never use solvent-based cleaning fluids on your whiteboard, as this will remove the stain but will damage the surface and possibly even your eraser.

Step 1: If the cabinet contains shelves that you are replacing, remove them from their supports. Pull out the supports to see what they are made out of; you may need to replace them, depending on the type of shelf you are installing. Keep in mind that you will need plastic supports for glass shelves.

Step 2: If you need to replace the supports, make sure that you measure the width of the glass cabinet to determine what size you’ll need. If needed, drill new holes. If not, you can replace the old supports into the pre-drilled holes.

Step 3: Place the shelf on top of the supports and check that it sits evenly by placing a level onto it. If the bubble is in the middle, you are set to go. If not, you will need to adjust the supports until it’s all level.

Make sure that the supports you choose for your glass cabinets in Melbourne are the right size for your shelving, otherwise they may fall off. This could break the shelf (if it is glass) or the front of the cabinet. You could also use brackets if you want to ensure that the shelf is properly supported.

Step 1: Give the plaster a sponge down using water a dishwashing detergent to remove any dirt. Use clean water to rinse the detergent away, then allow the surface to dry. Make sure that you fill in any cracks or holes using a plaster filling compound; leave to dry and smooth using sandpaper.

Step 2: Take the sizing powder and place it into a bucket (following the instructions regarding how much you need). Pour some warm water into the bucket and stir until you have achieved a thick paste. Continue adding a little water at a time until the sizing resembles a thin latex paint. Leave to cure for around 45 minutes.

Step 3: Using a broad bristled brush, apply the sizing to the wall. Leave to dry, which should take around 30 minutes. You can then apply the wall covering, keeping in mind that the sizing will require you to use less paste.

You should only use size on plaster surfaces; for other materials (such as drywall or sheetrock), you should use an acrylic primer instead. Whenever you are buying size, check the ingredients for cornflower and starch – these actually encourage mildew growth behind wall coverings in Melbourne.

• Inhalation

Some whiteboard markers contain methyl isobutyl ketone, a harmful chemical that can irritate the eyes and nose, cause feelings of weakness, headaches, nausea, vomiting, dizziness and coordination problems through short-term use. Long-term use can cause headaches, nausea, an enlarged liver, burning in the eyes, intestinal pain, weakness and insomnia. And this only refers to simply opening the pen and using it to write on a whiteboard.

• Skin

Accidentally getting marker that contains methyl isobutyl ketone on your skin can cause redness, dry skin and even pain. Unfortunately, there is no remedy for such irritation.

• Abuse

It is believed that there are close to 100 deaths associated with inhalant abuse each year. People who use these markers for the purpose of inhaling them can experience short-term memory loss, hearing loss, limb spasms, permanent brain damage, bone marrow damage, liver and kidney damage, possible fetal effects, and even Sudden Sniffing Death Syndrome.

As you can see, the health risks associated with the use of whiteboard markers are alarming. To prevent yourself or someone you know from becoming affected, make sure that you use your pens in moderation and only buy ones that do not contain methyl isobutyl ketone. You should dispose of any in your home or workplace that do.