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>Date: Thu, 15 Apr 1999 09:04:00 -0400
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>Subject: Re:  #4968 Erasing Whiteboards

Dan

Our whiteboards came with instructions for occasional cleaning using
ammonia (diluted with water).  We do this very occasionally and
find that it does a good job. This may offer a partial solution to
the ghosting problem. And it's a lot cheaper than those pricey
fluids! It stinks but is effective.

The second tip is to try a different supplier of markers.  There are
several.  We have good results with EXPO Dry Erase markers, as far
as the writing goes. Some faculty complain of the fumes from the
markers, however.

The third suggestion is to get in the board supplier's face. If your
boards aren't performing well, have them find a solution or offer
replacement.

Finally, you can do what I ended up doing in a classroom with a white
board (when many many complaints came to my desk):  put back the old
chalkboard. You can improvise dustcovers for equipment if needed. It
will help somewhat.

good luck

bruce