Don’t let the name fool you—chalk markers are not only reserved for chalkboards. These writing utensils are extremely versatile and useful for any consumer. Whether you want to test your artistic skills or communicate your store’s specials to customers, chalk markers will get the job done. To understand more about the scope of this product, read on to discover if you can use chalk markers on whiteboards.

Short Answer

The short answer is yes, you can use chalk markers on whiteboards. Liquid chalk is erasable on any nonporous surface, which is any surface not permeable to water, air, or other fluids. Therefore, chalk markers work perfectly on dry-erase boards.

How To Start

Now for the longer answer: where to start. Before you begin writing or drawing, give the whiteboard a good cleaning with soap and water. Remove any previous writing and dust from the surface so nothing blends with the ink from the chalk markers. Then, give the board time to dry off.

Once the board is dry, you can write on it with chalk markers as you would with any other marker. The difference is the ink will have a chalk-like appearance, much like chalk on a chalkboard. Also, you won’t have to worry about smudges or faded writing, as the ink comes out smooth and dries quickly.

The ink quality will make all the difference in the end results. We suggest using the original Chalk Ink® markers for the highest-quality ink, more color choices, and access to experts in anything liquid-chalk art related.

How To Clean

Cleaning chalk ink off whiteboards is simple; just wipe off the ink with a cloth, using an ammonia-based cleaner (like Windex®) or Chalk Ink® Cleaner. You won’t need a lot of liquid on the cloth; a small amount should do the trick.

At Chalk Ink®, we love helping our customers see the potential of Chalk Ink® markers, especially when they ask if they can use them on whiteboards and other surfaces. For more information or to buy chalk markers in bulk, browse our website!