People search for a Magic Eraser for many reasons, from scuffs on a wall to soap scum in a shower or a dirty pair of shoes. The Mr. Clean Magic Eraser is a foam eraser that the maker says is activated by water, and it is meant for everyday messes. The sections below cover what it is made of, how to use it step by step, where the maker says not to use it, and what the safety warnings are.
Test a small area first and use light pressure, as the maker advises. Do not mix it with chlorine bleach or other household cleaners. Rinse any surface that touches food.
What it is
The Mr. Clean Magic Eraser is a melamine foam cleaning eraser that the maker describes as water-activated.
The only listed ingredient is melamine resin foam, which the SmartLabel calls an abrasive foam made of water-activated micro-scrubbers. The Safety Data Sheet says it contains no phosphates.
According to the maker
What to use it on
Walls and scuff marks
The maker says the eraser is meant for scuff marks and marks on walls. Wet both sides thoroughly, squeeze it to activate the foam, then erase the mark with light pressure. Test a small area first, then rinse the eraser and reuse it.
Cabinets and shoes
The maker lists cabinets and shoes among its everyday messes. Wet the eraser thoroughly and squeeze it before you start, so the foam is active. Work the mark gently and rinse the eraser when it picks up dirt.
Soap scum, grease and surface dirt
Built-up soap scum, grease and surface dirt are all listed as everyday messes. Use the same wet, squeeze and light-pressure method on these marks. Rinse the eraser and let it dry or use it again on the next spot.
Dirty shoes
Dirty shoes are one of the marks the maker names as a target. Wet and squeeze the eraser the same way before you rub the shoe. Keep the pressure light, because the maker's directions call for light pressure throughout.
5 steps
How to use it
- 1
Wet both sides thoroughly
Soak the eraser until both sides are wet all the way through. The maker says to wet both sides thoroughly, so do not skip the second side. Water is what activates the foam.
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Squeeze to activate the foam
Once the eraser is wet, squeeze it to activate it. Do this before you touch the mess. The directions name squeezing as the step that activates the foam.
- 3
Test a small area first
Before you clean the main surface, try a small hidden spot. The label says to test first with light pressure. Check the spot before you go on to the rest of the surface.
- 4
Erase the mess with light pressure
Rub the mess with light pressure rather than hard scrubbing. The maker's directions call for light pressure on every surface. Keep an eye on the finish and stop if it looks affected.
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Rinse and reuse
When you are done, rinse the eraser. The maker says it can be reused after rinsing. Rinse any surface that touches food once cleaning is finished.
Where not to use it
The maker says not to use the Magic Eraser on high gloss, polished, dark, brushed, satin or faux finishes. It also says to avoid bare or polished wood, copper, stainless steel appliances, non-stick coating and vehicle bodies.
Do not use it on skin or any other part of the body. For these surfaces, follow the care instructions from the maker of the item instead.
Safety
The Safety Data Sheet says the product is not hazardous under OSHA HCS and has no hazardous components. The label says to test a small area first, not to use it with chlorine bleach or other household cleaners, and to keep it out of reach of toddlers and pets to avoid accidental ingestion. Using it on skin will likely cause abrasions, so keep it away from skin.
Never mix chlorine bleach with vinegar or other acids, ammonia or rubbing alcohol. Poison Control: 1-800-222-1222.
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Questions
What is a Mr. Clean Magic Eraser made of?
The only listed ingredient is melamine resin foam. The SmartLabel calls it an abrasive foam and describes it as water-activated micro-scrubbers. The Safety Data Sheet says it contains no phosphates.
How does a Magic Eraser work?
It works when water activates the melamine foam, which the maker describes as water-activated micro-scrubbers. You wet both sides, squeeze to activate it, then erase the mess with light pressure.
How do you use a Mr. Clean Magic Eraser?
Wet both sides thoroughly, then squeeze the eraser to activate it. Test a small area first, then erase the mess with light pressure. Rinse the eraser and reuse it when you are done.
Is Magic Eraser safe on marble?
The maker's do-not-use list does not name marble by name. It does say to avoid high gloss and polished finishes, so if your marble has a polished surface, the maker's warning applies. Test a small hidden area with light pressure first, and check with the stone's maker before you clean a countertop.
Is Mr. Clean Magic Eraser toxic?
The Safety Data Sheet says the product is not hazardous under OSHA HCS and has no hazardous components, and it lists no signal word or pictograms. Those findings do not replace the label's warnings. Keep it out of reach of toddlers and pets to avoid accidental ingestion.
Can I use Magic Eraser on stainless steel?
The maker says not to use it on stainless steel appliances. The same caution applies to copper, bare or polished wood and non-stick coating. For these surfaces, use the care instructions from the item's maker.
Can you use Magic Eraser on your skin?
No. The maker says not to use it on skin or any other part of the body. The label warns that using it on skin will likely cause abrasions.
Can I mix Magic Eraser with bleach?
No. The label says not to use it with chlorine bleach or other household cleaners. Keep the eraser separate from those products when you clean.
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