crown moulding chalk line removal

[Forrest Bonner]

Obviously I have not gotten into the 21st Century yet since I still use a chalk line to install crown moulding, so...

Does anyone have a method to remove it? The walls are painted with latex and I was hoping to not have to repaint them but the pink line is visible even after caulking. Not much of that needed most places.

Thanks

Forrest

[Bradley Gray]

The only solution I know of is a little late - use white chalk

[Jason White]

Mix warm water with a little bit of baking soda and ammonia. Dip a rag or sponge in the solution, wring it out, and wipe off the chalk. Won't hurt the paint if you do it gently.

Obviously I have not gotten into the 21st Century yet since I still use a chalk line to install crown moulding, so...

Does anyone have a method to remove it? The walls are painted with latex and I was hoping to not have to repaint them but the pink line is visible even after caulking. Not much of that needed most places.

Thanks

Forrest

[John Schweikert]

Denatured alcohol removes chalk easily.

[Forrest Bonner]

Thanks, John. Soft bristle brush and denatured alcohol dissolved the chalk and the pencil lines. Quick swipe of a rag before alcohol dried did the trick.
Forrest