How to Remove Latex Paint Overspray

Removing latex paint overspray can be tricky, depending on where the overspray landed. If caught immediately, it can be blotted up from plants or treated hardwood and other hard surfaces with a dry towel, followed by a quick rinse. A stiff scrub brush will remove dried overspray from brick, while dried latex in clothing is almost impossible to remove without staining.
Goo Gone and Goof Off are products that can be purchased in a hardware store and are safe enough to remove dried latex paint from cars.

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• One tsp. of a mild pH balanced detergent
• One cup of lukewarm water
• Small pail
• Sponge
• Bucket of clean water

1. Mix detergent and water in the small pail.

2. Dip sponge into mixture.

3. Remove excess fluid from sponge by gently squeezing.

4. Gently blot sponge on overspray in an inconspicuous area.

5. Rinse sponge thoroughly in clean water.

6. Blot treated area to remove cleaning mixture.

7. Continue rinsing and blotting until all detergent and moisture are removed from test area.

8. Let test area dry completely.

9. If results are satisfactory, repeat steps until all overspray is removed.

Tips & Warnings

• Always test an inconspicuous area for colorfastness before treating the exposed area.

Resources

• Goo Gone Painters Pal
• Goof Off