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    How can I get dried latex house paint off of a pair of boxers? I've washed and dried them twice already with no effect.
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    I had a pair of jeans that had been washed many times after being stained with paint and I used the rubbing alcohol method above. It came right off!
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    How do I remove red paint from a blue shirt?
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    Try and use Vanish Gold. Wet the stain and apply half a spoon of Vanish Gold and rub it in well, then rinse. Then pop it in the wash with another spoon of Vanish Gold (or a little more) and your regular detergent.
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    I was moving my ladder and forgot I had my black latex paint on it, and my paint spilled onto my white sheet. I used hand soap, hot water, and rubbing alcohol on it. How do I get it out?
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    Get paint thinner or use alcohol rubbing paint thinners.
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    How do I remove dried latex paint from a sofa?
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    Depending on the size of the stain, hairspray works best for smaller stains because of the simplicity. It also works with sharpie stains. If you have a white couch I would recommend using rubbing alcohol then a debit card to peel it off.
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    How do I remove paint splatter from a wood floor?
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    Try a warm water soak to soften the paint for easy removal. Generally, that gets the job done.
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    Can I use Dawn detergent for my clothes?
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    Yes, while in the sink. Mix 1:1 with water and scrub the stain, let it sit a few minutes. Rinse well. Tan launder. Do not dry if the stain is still there but repeat.
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