The Magic Eraser is one of mankind’s greatest inventions. It’s a sponge that, when you wipe it on something, makes everything from stains, grease, water spots, dirt, and more disappear like, well, magic!
It’s made of a melamine foam that’s soft to the touch, but it has abrasive properties that work better than sandpaper! What makes it so special is that it doesn’t leave behind a single scratch.
You’ve probably used a Magic Eraser to clean your bathtub or wipe crayon marks off the wall. But, it can do so much more both in and out of your home.
If you want some ideas on how you can put your Magic Eraser to use, then check out these 50 brilliant tricks that will make your life so much easier!
1) Clean white canvas shoes
Got a pair of dirty sneakers that used to be white, but now look more like a muddy gray? Swipe a wet foam eraser over it and make it look brand new!
Get all the DIY info on how to turn your shoes sparkling white right here.
2) Get rid of scuff on hardwood floors
Permanent markers on your hardwood floor got you down? No worries, it’s super easy to wipe them away with a damp eraser sponge!
Just make sure you do a spot test first. It works so well,you could potentially take the varnish off laminated or high-gloss wood.
3) Make your stove top look shiny and new.
Even though ovens these days are self-cleaning, that only works for the inside. Making sure the stove top is spic’n’span is still up to you. Thankfully, a few quick swipes of a Magic Eraser can make this normally tiresome chore go by real quick.
4) Clean decades-old grime off your oven door.
Dirty oven doors are by far the hardest thing to clean in your home. If the grease has been stuck on for ages, it makes it that much harder to remove.
No problemo, just use your Magic Eraser to take care of business in a flash! The trick is to alternate between both wet and dry magic erasers. Find out more about how to clean your oven door here.
5) Give your car a spring cleaning – any time of year!
If your car is desperately in need of some TLC, give it a good once-over with your trusty eraser sponge. You can use it on the dash, steering wheel, windows, and pretty much anything that has a surface in your car.
You can even use it on leather! Just make sure you do a spot test first. Check out more magic eraser auto detailing tips here.
6) Get rid of dust on baseboards.
Baseboards and crown molding are often neglected areas during weekly cleanup chores. After a while, they can collect stuck-on dust in all the tiny nooks and crannies like nobody’s business!
A regular dusting with a cloth will still leave icky particles behind, but a Magic Eraser will make your baseboards spotless. Check out this blog for more tips and info.
7) It works on silverware, too.
There’s no way a regular sponge can make you see your reflection in your fork or spoon! But, polishing tarnished silverware is a breeze when you have the power of magic on your side.
8) Clean laptops and keyboards
Do you ever wash your hands before or after using a keyboard? If you’re like most of us, the answer is no. Which means that all the dirt, germs and oil that’s on our skin will end up on the keyboard. That ring of dirt around the mouse tracker? Yep, that’s all you!
Thankfully you can get rid of it as easily as you made it. Check out this blog for more tips on keeping your keyboard clean.
9) Clean drinking glasses until they shine.
Having a party but don’t have any wine glass charms? Just write everyone’s name on the glass and wipe it away with a magic sponge when you’re all done.
10) Remove dirt from your windowsills
Let your Magic Eraser sponge do the grunt of the work when it comes to getting rid of the dirt on your windowsills. Just make sure it’s slightly damp before you start scrubbing.
This blog has more info on how a Magic Eraser can make you look like a cleaning pro.
All the hair products that build up on your hair can build up on your flat iron and curling iron too. Thankfully, it’s super easy to get rid of all the grease, gunk, and hair products by wiping it down with a Magic Eraser sponge.
12) It works wonders on dry erase boards.
Dry erase board not erasing very well? It’s easy to make those colors disappear!
It turns out that a Magic Eraser works better on a dry erase board than the actual erasers it comes with. Thanks goes to this blog here here for the fabulous tip!
13) Make vintage purses look “new” again.
If your vintage handbag or purse has seen better days, give it the Magic Eraser treatment. It’s a great way to give it new life, while still keeping its vintage appeal.
Check out this blog for instructions on how to refurbish your purse with a handy dandy eraser sponge.
14) Get rid of Pyrex grease build-up
It’s not always easy to get all the grease off Pyrex dishware. But, now that you know how powerful the Magic Eraser is at cleaning up heavy duty stains, you can let the sponge do all the work.
15) Ditch the leather shoe cleaners!
Don’t buff your boots with an expensive leather shoe cleaner! Save some money and keep them looking shiny with a magic sponge.
16) Refresh hard water stained chrome
Are hard water spots making the chrome fixtures in your bathroom and kitchen look like they’re always dirty? There’s an easy fix for that! Bring back the gleam by wiping a damp Magic Eraser over all the hard water stains. You can find more details about this cool hack on
this blog.
17) Wipe mascara marks off your mirror
Are you one of those women that somehow manage to get mascara on everything, including your mirror? Don’t laugh, it happens to the best of us!
But, instead of using your fingernails to scratch off those pesky flecks, make it disappear with the help of Mr. Magic Eraser!
18) Erase hair dye stains
Do you color your hair at home? If so, you’ve probably accidentally dripped hair dye onto your counter, floor, or in the shower.
That stuff sets in real quick, but even if it’s been sitting for days or weeks, your Magic Eraser will take care of it. Thanks to this blog for the fabulous tip!
19) Clean your fence in the blink of an eye
Wouldn’t it be amazing if you could just wipe down your vinyl fence with a sponge and watch the dirt disappear in the blink of an eye?
Well, according to this blog, that’s exactly what a Magic Eraser sponge can do for you! It works even better than spraying the fence with a garden hose.
20) Clean your iron’s soleplate with ease.
Over time the soleplate on your iron can develop some crud, which makes it harder for you to iron your cloths. Dedicated soleplate cleaners cost a pretty penny, but Magic Erasers can do the same exact job and they’re inexpensive, too! Watch
this helpful video to learn more.
21) Spruce up your outdoor grill
It goes without saying that BBQ grills leave behind a greasy mess. If you have one of the nicer ones with chrome, you can keep it looking sparkling clean with a few simple wipes of the Magic Eraser.
22) Remove stains from sink and bathtub drains
Stubborn stains on your sink drains can be really hard to remove, and they’re kind of gross, too! Thankfully you can make those stains disappear with a good scrubbing with a Magic Eraser.
Want a streak-free shine on your mirrors? Reach for the Magic Eraser – it works better than regular glass cleaners at removing scummy water spots!
24) Use a magic sponge to remove makeup stains off your bathroom counter.
Spilling foundation and nail polish onto the bathroom counter is just one of the hazards of making yourself look pretty. If you’re in too much of a rush in the morning to clean it up, no worries. Even after it sets you can still wipe away even the most stubborn of makeup stains.
25) Make your toothbrush holder sparkle again.
Making sure your toothpaste holder stays clean used to be a chore. But now that we have the Magic Eraser, you can keep it looking sparkly and nice – just like your teeth!
26) Remove sticky residue
Repurposing glass jars is a great way to save money on food storage containers. The only problem is getting rid of the sticky residue that won’t budge after you take off the label!
Using a regular scrubby sponge doesn’t always work, but if you “scrub” it with a soft Magic Sponge, it somehow does the trick!
27) Wet nose-smudges all over your bay windows?
Whether they’re from your kids or pets, wet noses and tiny hand (or paw) prints can make your windows look a hurricane just blew through town. But, it’s no problem cleaning up the mess as long as you keep a Magic Eraser handy!
28) Remove spaghetti sauce stains from plastic food containers.
Spaghetti sauce stains are practically impossible to remove from plastic storage containers. No amount of regular scrubbing or soaking will remove it, but if you wipe it with a Magic Eraser, the stains will disappear just like that!
29) Wipe down dresser drawer handles
What is the one thing that we touch on a daily basis, but hardly ever give a second thought when it comes to household chores? The handle on dresser drawers, of course!
If you want all that grody grime gone, then give it the Magic Eraser treatment.
30) Get rid of splatter stains in the microwave.
Try as you might, sometimes you just can’t stop food from splattering inside your microwave. If you’re anything like me, you don’t always clean it up right away. That’s not necessarily a bad thing, because you can still wipe away the mess whenever you feel like it with your trusty Magic Eraser tool!
31) Clean grout on tile floors
Mops are a quick and easy way to clean tile floors, but they can’t always lift up all the dirt and debris that’s sunk into the grout. Thankfully, there’s an easy solution for that – just wipe the grout with a Magic Eraser!
32) Remove coffee rings on your favorite mug.
Plagued with annoying coffee or tea stains on your favorite mug? Not anymore! Just use a Magic Eraser and they’ll disappear for good.
33) Clean your car’s windshield
You don’t have to confine your Magic Eraser use to your home. They work great on car windshields. They can even get rid of road film and bug splats that even the car wash can’t remove!
34) It’s great for soap scum on shower doors.
This is one of the mainstays of Magic Eraser uses. But, look at how much soap scum it can remove off shower doors! This Reddit user thought their soap scum problem was permanent, but now they’re a believer in its cleaning magic!
35) Remove the yuck from vinyl shower curtains
If you have a $3 shower curtain, you could probably care less about trying to keep it spotless. It’s much easier to buy a new one when the old one starts to get nasty.
But, if you have a vinyl shower curtain with a fun print that you absolutely love, then give it some TLC by removing the scummy buildup by wiping it with a Magic Eraser.
36) Outdoor furniture hack
If you have vinyl outdoor furniture, don’t bother using soap and water to remove dirt and grime. Just use a Magic Eraser and you’ll be done in no time.
37) Spot treat carpet stains
It sounds impossible but some folks have been able to remove stains old from their carpet with a Magic Eraser. If you’ve tried everything else with no luck, this might be worth a shot!
@Sheena Orban:
“Amazing!! Use a magic eraser to clean very old carpet stains! Only down fall is that It doesn’t seem to work as well on red juice stains otherwise super quick and easy!!”
38) It works wonders on DIY wall art
Magic Erasers are famous for what they can do with removing crayons and markers from the wall. If they’re old enough to hold a sponge, then let them clean up their own mess!
39) Make spray paint disappear
Do you have little graffiti running around your home? A Magic Eraser can’t fix their bad behavior, but it’ll certainly help get rid of the evidence!
40) Clean light switch cover plates
If you have little ones, light switch covers get more than their fare share of dirt and germs. Get rid of the mystery sticky stuff buildup by wiping it down with the Magic Eraser every chance you get!
41) Erase scratches on the outside of your car
Have a scratch on the side of your car? If it’s just a superficial mark, you might be able to remove it with a Magic Eraser. It worked for this woman, who swiped the island after she pulled away from a gas station pump.
Just be careful if you decide to try this – the sponge is still an abrasive, and it could wipe away the paint. Do a spot test first in an inconspicuous place!
42) Clean the inside of your dishwasher
It sounds like a dishwasher should be able to clean itself every time you run it through a wash cycle, but that’s the furthest thing from the truth. Food particles and scummy film can build up over time.
But, keeping it clean is a breeze if you regularly wipe down the inside with a Magic Eraser and vinegar, as described in this blog.
43) Clean a dirty ice chest
Cleaning an ice chest doesn’t have to be a chore. Wipe down with a Magic Eraser, and you’ll be ready for tailgate parties in no time. Check out
this blog for more info.
44) Clean microfiber furniture
Microfiber furniture is notoriously hard to clean. Get it wet, and you’ve pretty much ruined it! Thankfully, you can even clean up all sorts of microfiber stains with a Magic Eraser sponge.
45) Spot remove small stains on clothing
Sure, you could use a Tide pen, but Magic Erasers are much more fun. Just rub a small, cut-up piece of the sponge on the stain in question.
46) Get rid of algae stains in your pool
Do you have a vinyl lined pool that’s starting to develop a green tint? Magic Eraser it away! You can even use it underwater, and pool owners swear by it!
There’s nothing more annoying than a bird who decides to drop some unwelcome presents on your car. Instead of using a car wash, some folks prefer to use a wet Magic Eraser sponge. Just make sure you spot check for possible scratches or paint removal before you get down to the nitty gritty cleanup work.
48) Clean up stubborn wax from kids’ crayon baskets
This is a great hack for teachers! Plastic crayon baskets tend to develop a waxy, dirty film over time. Sometimes it’s so thick, you can scratch it with your fingernail!
One kindergarten teacher discovered that the Magic Eraser is the perfect tool for this cleanup job. You can find out more info from her blog here.
When it comes to cleaning toy figurines, you have several options. But, when
this blogger compared a toothbrush and soap to the Magic Eraser, it’s obvious that the magic sponge is the clear winner!
50) Wipe away paint and ink stains off your hands
Pen marks and waxy grime are two things that are nearly impossible to clean off with regular soap and water. But, you can wipe away all traces of it with a few simple wipes of the Magic Eraser sponge.
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