Q&A for How to Remove Spray Paint

To get spray paint off your hands, I'd recommend baby oil. It's got a little lift in it and should lift it right up. That's the most environmental and healthiest way to remove it.

Try nail polish remover, acetone remover, or rubbing alcohol. Pour a little of one of these onto a rag or cloth and rub at the paint on your keys. Hand wash the rag with gloves on.

Mix soap, salt, Listerine, toothpaste and water in a cup. Take a toothbrush and rub it on the vase. Voila!

You could try to find a color of pain similar to the color of the band and paint over it. If it is a fabric watchband you could try the steps in method 2.

You can try, but you may have better luck with acetone or nail polish remover. Apply the paint thinner with a rag, using a clean part for each wipe.

Yes, but be aware that nail polish remover may damage certain types of plastics. Start off with a non-acetone nail polish remover first. If that doesn't work, use an acetone-based nail polish remover. Test it out in an inconspicuous area first, however.

Try scrapping the paint off with your fingernail or paint scraper. If that doesn't work, you can use some olive oil to loosen the paint, or nail polish remover to dissolve it. Check out How to Remove Paint from Plastic for more information and ideas.

Test a small area first to ensure the solvent won't damage the finish. Use a dampened cotton ball or cloth with rubbing alcohol or nail polish remover to gently rub the paint off in small, circular motions. If needed, use a plastic razor blade or scraper carefully.

Try using an automotive detail cleaner, then apply carnauba wax to the spray-painted area. Buff out the wax with a clean microfiber towel. If carnauba wax doesn't work, try using an abrasive rubbing compound.

You can use Goo Gone, which is widely available. Apply it to the painted area, wait a few minutes, and then scrape it off. Alternatively, you can purchase a paint stripper from a store like Home Depot.

Use rubbing alcohol to loosen the spray paint. Repeat the process until all the paint has been removed. You can also use white vinegar or acetone, but be cautious with acetone as it can damage glass.

To remove spray paint from vinyl flooring, mix equal parts of white vinegar and warm water in a bowl. Dip a cloth in the mixture and wipe the paint until it's completely gone.

Using warm water and a power washer is effective on concrete and helps remove any excess paint.

To remove spray paint from a sidewalk, you can use several methods effectively. Consider using a power washer, paint remover, or graffiti remover for the best results.

If the spray paint is on metal or stone, you can try using a floor stripper. Otherwise, you'll need to try a different method.

Use a hose and a broom to clean the grass. If that doesn't work, your best bet is to let the grass grow and then mow it.

Use extra strength paint remover, graffiti remover, or Peel Away. Apply it with a wire brush to work into the holes and pores of the stone. Allow time for it to activate, then rinse with a forceful stream of water. A pressure washer or soda-blaster may also be needed.

Use a mixture of dish soap and warm water to scrub any remaining water-based paint. If the paint is oil-based, dip a microfiber cloth in paint stripper and gently scrub the floor to remove any remaining paint. Make sure to rinse the floor with a damp cloth after using a paint stripper.

Fill a sink with warm water and immerse the Crocs. Mix one cup of warm water with several drops of liquid dishwashing detergent until suds form. Dip a toothbrush into the solution and brush the paint stains away.

Use warm water and dish soap. Dawn dish soap is very effective, but Palmolive works well too.

Ensure the area is clean, then apply a paint stripper to the spray-painted surface. Let it sit for a few minutes, and wipe it off with a cloth. Repeat as needed until the paint is gone.

Apply paint stripper to the painted surface. Ensure the area is clean, then apply a small amount of paint stripper and let it sit for a few minutes. Wipe it off with a cloth and repeat if necessary. For large areas, use a graffiti remover and scrub gently. If needed, apply masonry cleaner to porous surfaces after stripping.

Apply a paint stripper or commercial cleaner, then heat the metal with a hair dryer if it's safe. Use a baking soda paste by combining baking soda and water, applying it to the affected area, and leaving it for about 15 minutes before wiping it off. Repeat if necessary.

Use paint thinner or a porous graffiti remover. Decant your chosen product into a clean spray bottle. Spray over the area of brick wall you wish to remove spray paint from. Leave for 15–20 minutes. Rinse the wall using warm water.

If you want to remove spray paint from glass, use an acetone product, like nail polish remover, paint thinner, or lacquer thinner to get spray paint off glass.

Use something like nail polish remover, paint thinner, or lacquer thinner to get spray paint off glass.

It is not likely that there is a possibility of removing one section of the paint without it being noticeable. You may have to remove all of the paint, or repaint the whole cupboard(s).

If you want to remove spray paint from metal/tin, try using a razor blade or a knife to chip the paint off.

Spray the affected area with Goof Off. Use your rattle can of Goof Off to cover the affected area. Wipe off the paint with rags. Use a toothbrush to get in the small spaces. Rinse it with water. Use sandpaper or the buffer drill to clean up the alloy wheels.

Pour a generous amount of acetone solvent onto a rag. Apply the acetone solvent directly to the wood surface. Allow the solvent to sit on the wood surface for several minutes. Add more acetone solvent to a new rag and start scrubbing away the spray paint.