How to Get Crayon Off Walls in the Easiest Way Possible

Hint: It's a lot like brushing your teeth.

By Megan Stein | February 10, 2025

Eventually it happens to every parent… You look away from your children for one second and the next thing you know, there are doodles all over your beautiful walls. It doesn’t matter if you just painted or haven’t touched up your space in years—it’s still bound to make you feel stressed in the moment. But don’t go running for a fresh can of paint just yet! We’ll show you how to get crayon off walls in just a few minutes using items you most definitely have around your house, as well as some store-bought options to have as backup.

Whether your little artist scuffed up the playroom, the living room, their bedroom, the kitchen, or anywhere else in the house, this step-by-step guide has you covered no matter your wall type. As a reminder, you should always test any remover solution on a small, inconspicuous corner of the wall first to ensure it doesn’t stain or harm it in any way. Everyone’s wall finishes are different, and they can vary from room to room, so it’s good to be extra cautious. Now, let’s get that pint-size-designed Picasso back to a plain white wall.

Materials

Toothpaste (non-gel white toothpaste works best)
Water
Baking soda
Toothbrush or sponge
Bowl or container for mixing solution
Reusable cloth or paper towel
Cleaning gloves

How to Get Crayon Off Walls

Step 1

Apply a thin layer of toothpaste over the crayon-marked area.

Step 2

Mix a small amount of water and baking soda into a container. Use an old toothbrush or sponge and scrub over the toothpaste on the affected area.

Step 3

Use a damp paper towel or cloth to wipe away the solution—and the crayon. (Psst… If you want a visual for this step-by-step, you can watch the video above.) Yes, it’s really that simple!

More Crayon Removing Tips

But if that doesn’t feel quite right to you, you could always use a store-bought solution as well. There are formulas out there specifically made to counteract this kind of kids’ surprise. Popular grout cleaner brand Zep, for example, has a foaming wall cleaner designed to tackle messes like this, in addition to fingerprints, marker, ink, and more. Crayola (the culprits themselves!) recommends an all-purpose cleaner, liquid dish soap, or a Magic Eraser for stubborn stains. In fact, Jonathan uses the Magic Eraser for wall upkeep at his house, too! So, if you have time to run to the store, these are always good to have around the house.

Next time you notice an unexpected mural of flowers or abstract art on your walls, keep our tips on how to remove crayon from walls handy. That way, you can conserve your energy for your next kid-cleaning battle.

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