A well-kept whiteboard looks sharper, lasts longer, and makes every idea clearer. With regular care, you can prevent ghosting, remove stains, and keep your board performing at its best. This practical guide shares expert cleaning tips and the right Nobo products to use for everyday upkeep and deep cleans. Keep your board bright, professional, and ready for every meeting or lesson.
Whether it’s brainstorming in the boardroom, lesson planning in the classroom, or jotting reminders in the home office, the humble whiteboard is a fixture of everyday work life. But with frequent use comes a common challenge: keeping it clean and looking like new. Smudges, ghosting, and marker residue can make your whiteboard look tired, reduce legibility, and reflect poorly on your workspace.
The good news? Cleaning your whiteboard doesn’t have to be a chore. With the right tools and a few simple habits, you can extend the life of your whiteboard, improve clarity, and make sure it always looks professional.
Here’s how to clean your whiteboard properly — and why Nobo’s specialist cleaning range is trusted by professionals.
Dry-wipe whiteboards are designed for repeated use, but without proper care, even the best boards can develop:
These issues make your board harder to read and less professional-looking — especially under bright lighting or during video calls.
Regular cleaning protects the surface, improves clarity, and extends the life of your board.
The right tools make all the difference. Nobo’s cleaning range covers every kind of use — from light daily wiping to deep renovation for heavily used boards.
Before reaching for sprays or wipes, remove all visible marks with your eraser.
The Nobo Magnetic Whiteboard Eraser is perfect for daily use — easy to grip, convenient, and always close at hand. If it starts to smear instead of lifting ink, simply refresh it with a Nobo Eraser Refill.
Pro tip: Wipe the board at the end of each day, even if it looks clean. Ink residue builds up quickly and can cause ghosting if left too long.
If ghosting or ink shadows appear, it’s time for a deeper clean.
Spray Vs Wipes – What’s the Difference?
Once clean, take a moment to polish and protect your board.
Use a Nobo Microfibre Cloth to buff away any streaks or remaining cleaner. This step restores your whiteboard’s smooth, glossy finish and prevents dust or ink from clinging to the surface.
Extra care tips:
A few extra seconds of polishing makes a big difference — keeping your board crystal clear and ready for your next session.
Whiteboards in meeting rooms or hybrid spaces need to look professional. Clear writing supports collaboration and visibility — especially when screensharing.
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Whiteboards in education see constant use. Keep cleaning supplies handy for quick touch-ups and end-of-day deep cleans.
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Home whiteboards work hard for schedules, reminders, and creative planning.
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Even premium whiteboards need to be well taken care of. By cleaning regularly with the right tools, you’ll extend the life of your board and protect your investment.
Nobo whiteboards are built for long-term performance, from durable melamine models to Impression Pro Glass models with up to a 25-year surface guarantee.
Using Nobo cleaning products helps you:
A spotless whiteboard keeps your workspace sharp, your lessons engaging, and your meetings productive. With Nobo’s range of cleaning sprays, wipes, erasers, and accessories, you can maintain that “just installed” clarity every day.
Explore the full Nobo whiteboard cleaning range.