FOR STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES - Use any stainless steel cleaning product per the manufacturer’s direction. Repeat as needed
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Cleaning Materials
Garden Hose With Jet or High Pressure Nozzle
Stiff Bristle Brush or Broom
To make the paint easier to remove, wet the paint and wait five (5) minutes. Spray area with the highest setting on a garden hose nozzle, as close to the paint as possible and at a slight angle. If any stain remains, wet the area and brush with a stiff bristle nylon brush or broom. Rinse away completely to prevent paint from redepositing on the surface.
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Cleaning Materials
Paper Towels
Liquid Dish Soap
Formula 49reg
Sponge
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. Saturate the remaining paint with a solution of warm water and dish soap.
2. 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.
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.
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Cleaning Materials
None
To make the paint easier to remove, wet the paint and wait five minutes. Spray the area with the highest pressure setting on the garden hose nozzle, as close to the paint as possible and at a slight angle. If any stain remains, wet the area and brush with a stiff-bristled nylon brush or broom. -
Cleaning Materials
Cotton Ball
Rubbing Alcohol
Soft Scrub Mild Abrasive Cleanser
Sponge
Wipe all stains with a damp sponge. If any stain remains, apply Soft Scrub with a damp sponge, work in a circular motion and rinse. If stain persists saturate a cotton ball with alcohol and blot the stain and rinse.
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Cleaning Materials
Soft Cloth
Sponge
Rub away any dried paint with a soft cloth. Remove wet paint or any remaining stain with a damp sponge. If stain still remains, apply Soft Scrub with a soft cloth. Rinse.
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.
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