Wet Paint:
1. Using paper towels, wipe up as much paint as possible.
2. Make a mixture of dish soap and warm water. Using a sponge or cloth, apply the soapy water to the area and use a circular motion. Continue scrubbing and rinsing the cloth or sponge until no more colorant can be removed.
3. If the stain remains, spray a mild degreaser, such as Formula 409, on the affected area. Let it sit for a few minutes, then wipe the area with a wet soapy cloth or sponge and repeat, as needed.
Dry Paint:
1. Using a dull knife or metal spoon, scrape up any excess paint.
2. Saturate the remaining paint with a solution of warm water and dish soap.
3. Use a sponge or cloth, and rub the area in a circular motion to help lift the paint. The warm, soapy water will help life the paint.
4. If the stain remains, spray a mild degreaser, such as Formula 409, on the affected area. Let it sit for a few minutes, then wipe the area with a wet soapy cloth or sponge and repeat, as needed.
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Cleaning Materials
Dull Knife or Metal Spoon
Liquid Dish Soap
Laundry Detergent
Clean-up stains as soon as possible, as wet paint that has not yet cured will be easier to remove.
Wet Paint
1. Using a dull knife or metal spoon, scrape up any excess paint.
2. Prepare a large container with warm water and dish soap. Wash the garment by hand to remove as much of the colorant as possible.
3. For launderable fabrics, run it through a standard wash cycle with laundry detergent on the hottest temperature the material can withstand. Do not include unstained garments in the wash cycle.
4. Repeat as needed and avoid heat-drying until satisfactory results are achieved. Air-dry instead, as heat can set the stain.
Dry Paint
1. Saturate the paint with a solution of warm water and dish soap.
2. Using a dull knife or metal spoon, scrape up any excess paint.
3. Using a soft bristle brush, scrub the area in a circular motion to help release the paint from the surface.
4. Wipe with a cloth to pick up the loose pieces of dried paint.
5. Repeat until no more colorant can be removed.
6. For launderable fabrics, run it through a standard wash cycle with laundry detergent on the hottest temperature the material can withstand. Do not include unstained garments in the wash cycle.
7. Repeat as needed and avoid heat-drying until satisfactory results are achieved. Heat can set the stain.
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Cleaning Materials
Dull Knife or Metal Spoon
Liquid Dish Soap
Sponge
Soft Bristle Brush
Formula 49reg
Clean-up stains as soon as possible, as wet paint that has not yet cured will be easier to remove.
Wet Paint
1. Using a dull knife or metal spoon, scrape up any excess paint.
2. Make a solution of warm water and dish soap. Using a sponge, scrub the area, rinsing the sponge as needed. Make sure to saturate the area and rub using a circular motion until no more color can be removed.
3. If the stain remains, try using a soft bristle brush with the warm, soapy water to remove more of the stain.
4. If the stain remains, try spraying a mild degreaser such as Formula 409 on the affected area. Work it in with a soft bristle brush or cloth and let it sit for a few minutes. Wipe the area with a wet soapy cloth and repeat, as needed.
Dry Paint
1. Saturate the paint with a solution of warm water and dish soap.
2. Using a dull knife or metal spoon, scrape up any excess paint.
3. Saturate the remaining paint with a solution of warm water and dish soap.
4. Using a soft bristle brush, scrub the area in a circular motion to help release the paint from the surface.
5. Wipe with a cloth to pick up the loose pieces of dried paint.
6. If the stain remains, spray a mild degreaser, such as Formula 409 and gently work it in using a soft bristle brush. Let it sit for a few minutes. Wipe the area with a wet soapy cloth and repeat, as needed.
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Cleaning Materials
Dull Knife or Metal Spoon
Paper Towels
Liquid Dish Soap
Formula 49reg
Sponge
Clean-up stains as soon as possible, as wet paint that has not yet cured will be easier to remove.
Wet Paint:
1. Using paper towels, wipe up as much paint as possible.
2. Make a mixture of dish soap and warm water. Using a sponge or cloth, apply the soapy water to the area and use a circular motion. Continue scrubbing and rinsing the cloth or sponge until no more colorant can be removed.
3. If the stain remains, spray a mild degreaser, such as Formula 409, on the affected area. Let it sit for a few minutes, then wipe the area with a wet soapy cloth or sponge and repeat, as needed.
Dry Paint:
1. Using a dull knife or metal spoon, scrape up any excess paint.
2. Saturate the remaining paint with a solution of warm water and dish soap.
3. Use a sponge or cloth, and rub the area in a circular motion to help lift the paint. The warm, soapy water will help life the paint.
4. If the stain remains, spray a mild degreaser, such as Formula 409, on the affected area. Let it sit for a few minutes, then wipe the area with a wet soapy cloth or sponge and repeat, as needed.
-
Cleaning Materials
Dull Knife or Metal Spoon
Liquid Dish Soap
Formula 49reg
Sponge
Soft Bristle Brush
Clean-up stains as soon as possible, since wet paint that has not yet cured will be easier to remove.
Wet Paint
1. Using a dull knife or metal spoon, scrape up any excess paint.
2. Make a solution of warm water and dish soap. Using a sponge, scrub the area, rinsing the sponge as needed. Make sure to saturate the area and rub using a circular motion until no more color can be removed.
3. If the stain remains, try using a soft bristle brush with the warm, soapy water to remove more of the stain.
4. If the stain remains, try spraying a mild degreaser such as Formula 409 on the affected area. Work it in with a soft bristle brush or cloth and let it sit for a few minutes. Wipe the area with a wet soapy cloth and repeat, as needed.
Dry Paint
1. Saturate the paint with a solution of warm water and dish soap.
2. Using a dull knife or metal spoon, scrape up any excess paint.
3. Saturate the remaining paint with a solution of warm water and dish soap.
4. Using a soft bristle brush, scrub the area in a circular motion to help release the paint from the surface.
5. Wipe with a cloth to pick up the loose pieces of dried paint.
6. If the stain remains, spray a mild degreaser, such as Formula 409 and gently work it in using a soft bristle brush. Let it sit for a few minutes. Wipe the area with a wet soapy cloth and repeat, if needed.
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Cleaning Materials
Paper Towels
Liquid Dish Soap
Sponge
Formula 49reg
Dull Knife or Metal Spoon
Clean-up stains as soon as possible, as wet paint that has not yet cured will be easier to remove.
Wet Paint:
1. Using paper towels, wipe up as much paint as possible.
2. Make a mixture of dish soap and warm water. Using a sponge or cloth, apply the soapy water to the area and use a circular motion. Continue scrubbing and rinsing the cloth or sponge until no more colorant can be removed.
3. If the stain remains, spray a mild degreaser, such as Formula 409, on the affected area. Let it sit for a few minutes, then wipe the area with a wet soapy cloth or sponge and repeat, as needed.
Dry Paint:
1. Using a dull knife or metal spoon, scrape up any excess paint.
2. Saturate the remaining paint with a solution of warm water and dish soap.
3. Use a sponge or cloth, and rub the area in a circular motion to help lift the paint. The warm, soapy water will help life the paint.
4. If the stain remains, spray a mild degreaser, such as Formula 409, on the affected area. Let it sit for a few minutes, then wipe the area with a wet soapy cloth or sponge and repeat, as needed.
We are happy to offer stain removal suggestions as a service to consumers. While our methods were tested successfully, we can't guarantee results. Test each suggestion on an inconspicuous area first. Consult a professional cleaner if needed. Recommended brands are effective, but others may work too. Methods are for adult use only. Check containers for use and warnings.
Call 800-272-9652 weekdays between 9 AM and 4 PM ET if you have further questions.