Short answer
Sharpie Chalk Markers are medium tip wet erase markers in bright opaque colors. The listings say they are for blackboards, glass, light boards and whiteboards and wipe off with a damp cloth. They come in a white 2 pack and assorted color packs. On porous surfaces such as raw wood or an unsealed chalkboard, chalk-style ink can stain, so test first.
Sharpie chalk markers on Amazon
Sharpie’s three chalk marker packs and one alternative, each listing checked by hand.
-
Sharpie Chalk Marker, wet erase, medium tip, white, 2 count
Two white chalk markers, the most useful color for menus, blackboards and dark glass. The listing says the ink wipes off with a damp cloth.
- White, 2 pack
- Medium tip
-
Sharpie Chalk Markers, wet erase, assorted colors, 5 count
White, red, blue, yellow and green, per the listing: a starter set for boards and windows.
- 5 colors
- Medium tip
-
Sharpie Chalk Markers, wet erase, assorted colors, 3 count
Purple, green and orange, per the listing, to fill out the 5 pack.
- 3 colors
- Medium tip
-
Chalkola 10 liquid chalk markers with gold and silver
An alternative with reversible 6 mm bullet and chisel tips and metallics, per the listing. Chalkola says its markers wipe off non-porous surfaces and are permanent on porous ones.
- 10 colors
- 6 mm reversible tips
Each pick links to an Amazon listing we checked by hand. Prices, colors and pack sizes change on Amazon, so check the listing before you buy. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
What Sharpie wet erase chalk markers are
Every Sharpie Chalk Marker listing says the same things: bright opaque colors, a medium tip, made for blackboards, glass, light boards and whiteboards, and wet erase, meaning the marks wipe off easily with a damp cloth. They are sold in three packs:
Sharpie Chalk Marker packs, per the listings
| Pack | Colors | Tip |
|---|---|---|
| White, 2 count | White | Medium |
| Assorted, 5 count | White, red, blue, yellow, green | Medium |
| Assorted, 3 count | Purple, green, orange | Medium |
Where Sharpie chalk markers work
- Blackboards and chalkboard signs: the main use, for menus, prices and specials. Non-porous boards wipe clean; on a raw, porous chalkboard, test a corner first.
- Glass and windows: shop windows, mirrors, glass doors and jars. See window chalk markers for window tips.
- Light boards and whiteboards: bright colors that read well on LED boards and white boards.
- Not for: paper you want to keep, fabric, or anything that should be permanent. For lasting marks, use a paint marker such as Sharpie oil-based paint markers.
Porous surfaces and ghosting
Chalk-style ink sits on top of smooth surfaces and soaks into porous ones. Chalkola, which makes liquid chalk markers, says its markers work on non-porous whiteboards, glass, metal, ceramic, plastic and vinyl, but will not wipe off porous surfaces such as concrete, paper, wood and painted surfaces. It recommends seasoning a fresh porous chalkboard by rubbing chalk over it and wiping it off, so liquid chalk lifts cleanly later (Chalkola FAQs). The same caution is sensible with Sharpie’s chalk markers.
How to clean off Sharpie chalk marker
- Damp cloth first
Wipe with a cloth or paper towel dampened with water. Fresh marks usually lift straight away.
- Glass cleaner for film
If a haze remains on glass, use an ammonia-free glass cleaner and a dry cloth.
- Stubborn marks
For dried-on marks on glass, mirror or whiteboard, Chalkola suggests a magic eraser, white vinegar, or a drop of rubbing alcohol on a cloth. Test on a corner.
- Porous spots
If ink soaked into a porous surface, it may not come out fully; paint over it or season the board before reuse.
Sharpie chalk marker versus other Sharpie markers
| Marker | Permanent? | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Sharpie Chalk Marker | No, wet erase | Boards, windows, signs that change |
| Classic Sharpie permanent | Yes on most surfaces | Labeling paper, plastic and boxes |
| Sharpie oil-based paint marker | Yes | Opaque marks on metal, glass, plastic, stone |
| Sharpie fabric markers | Wash resistant | Clothes and labels |
Comparing chalk markers from every brand? See chalk markers. For all Sharpie lines, see Sharpie paint markers.
Questions people ask
Is there a white ink Sharpie marker available?
Yes, several. For erasable white, the Sharpie Chalk Marker comes in a white 2 pack for blackboards, glass and whiteboards. For permanent white, Sharpie sells oil-based paint markers in white in extra fine, fine and medium points, for surfaces like metal, glass, plastic and stone. Both are opaque, which is what white ink needs to show up.
Are chalk markers permanent?
Not on smooth, non-porous surfaces: there they wipe off with a damp cloth, which is how Sharpie sells its wet erase chalk markers. On porous surfaces the story changes. Chalkola, which makes liquid chalk markers, says its markers will not wipe off porous surfaces such as concrete, paper, wood and painted surfaces. Test any chalkboard first.
Why isn’t there a white Sharpie?
There is, just not in the classic permanent marker. Classic Sharpies use translucent dye ink, and white dye would not show on most surfaces. White needs opaque pigment, so Sharpie puts white in its oil-based paint markers and its wet erase chalk markers instead. Both carry pigment that sits on top of the surface.
How to clean off Sharpie chalk marker?
Wipe it with a damp cloth; the listing says the wet erase ink comes off easily that way. For dried or stubborn marks on glass or whiteboards, Chalkola suggests a magic eraser, ammonia-free glass cleaner, white vinegar or a drop of rubbing alcohol on a cloth. Avoid porous surfaces where the ink can soak in.
Sources
Last reviewed 2026-10-12. Specs and availability change; check the listing before you buy.