Removing plastic walls tiles can be a chore. By using a metal paint scraper and an adhesive remover, clearing a wall of plastic tiles can be made easier. more »

When it comes to painting, prep work is essential. If you want your paint job to last, you must thoroughly prepare the surface before you even think about applying any primer or paint. While you can usually remove bits of old loose and peeling paint with a simple metal putty knife, sometimes more is required. A paint scraper is far superior at stripping away bits of old paint. If you've never used one, however, you can do serious damage to the surface you're working on. more »

If the paint spill is fresh then it should be wiped up with a cloth as quickly as possible. Any remnants can be diluted with warm water before being mopped up. If the paint is dried, a paint scraper may be helpful in getting rid of most of it. If used over zealously the paint scraper can damage the wood of the floor, so it's important to take one's time when employing this method. There's a pretty good chance that small specks of paint will remain, bits of it may become lodged in the grain of the wood. To remove all traces of the paint dilute 1 tbsp. of Oxalic Acid in 1 pint of water. Soak some of the solution up with a rag and rub the paint spots until they break apart and dissolve. Throw the rag away and use a damp towel to clean off any remaining solution. more »

Mud or dirt dauber wasps are often solitary wasps that are found along the eaves of the garage, and the best treatment is to simply scrape away their nest. Find out how to use a paint scraper to get rid of dirt daubers with help from a pest control company in this free video on removing mud dauber wasps. more »

Removing paint form pine takes a delicate touch because of the soft wood. Paint scrapers should be used gingerly, since they can carve out hunks of pine along with the paint, creating a worse problem. By following these steps and using paint stripper, you can remove the old paint off pine for a beautiful surface ready for refinishing. more »

Vinyl flooring and black rubber soled shoes do not play nice together. Rubber against vinyl causes a drag and the rubber rubs off to leave an unsightly black mark. There's no point in yelling or throwing out the brand new shoes. Black marks are ugly but easily solved without getting out a paint scraper and ruining the finish on your vinyl floor. more »

Many older homes have wallpapered walls, a common decorating touch in years past. If your home's walls are covered in old wallpaper that needs replacing, you'll have to remove it first before you can paint your walls or put up new wallpaper. Removing wallpaper is best done with a steam iron, a paint scraper and a bit of elbow grease. This helps ensure quick removal and a clean finish. more »

Fiberglass boats will often have an exterior coat of paint called gel-coat. But this prime coat is often painted over. To remove either outer layer of paint while protecting the surface of the boat requires a great deal of time and care. There are three ways to remove the outer layer of paint: mechanical, heat and chemical. The mechanical method, which uses a paint scraper or sandpaper and a sander, is the most time-consuming and labor-intensive way to remove paint, but it is also the safest and most effective for beginners. more »

Cleaning and preparing a crib for re-painting allows for a longer-lasting paint job and a safer environment for the baby by removing any chipping paint or wood. Working in a well-ventilated work space, scrape off any debris or chipping paint with a paint scraper. With a piece of fine-grit sandpaper, rough up all of the edges and smooth damaged areas. You don't need to sand off all of the existing paint; just make a buffed surface for the new paint to adhere to. Wipe off all dust and debris from the crib with a damp rag. Let the clean crib dry completely before priming. more »