How To Remove Paint From Floor?
Getting your house painted is definitely an exciting task as it gives a new look to your place. However, it is almost impossible to get the painting job done without having some paint spill on the floor. Whether you are getting your house painted by professionals or donning the hat of an artist yourself, you are likely to encounter stains of paint on the floor once the job is done.
If you find paint stains on the floor, make sure you take action without any delay. People often tend to ignore a small patch of paint which becomes harder and nastier over time.
Here are some quick tips to help you remove paint from the floor depending on the type and nature of the paint:
Removing Wet Paint From Floor
If you notice paint on the floor while it is still wet, it is the best time to get rid of it. Removing paint stains before they harden is the easiest way to go about cleaning your floor. As soon as you see some wet stains of paint on the floor, all you need to do is get a wet cotton rag and wipe it off the floor. You may also wet the rag using soapy water for better results.
While you may need to make multiple attempts to have a crystal-clear floor at your disposal, it is the easiest way to remove paint without facing any hassles.
Removing Dry Paint From Floor
Once the paint starts drying, it becomes a little trickier to remove it from the floor. However, there is no need to panic. You can get the dry paint stains off your floor by scraping them off. For this, you can take a razor blade or a plastic scraper to scrape the paint stains off the floor.
You can speed up the process and make it more efficient by using soapy water as you scrape off the dry paint.
Removing Paint From Floor Using WD-40
Irrespective of how stubborn they are, if you want to remove paint stains from your floor, WD-40 Multi Use Product gets the work done in a few minutes. All you need is a can of WD-40 and you will have a sparkling clean floor at your disposal.
Here are the major steps involved in removing paint from the floor using WD-40:
Things you will need
Soapy water
Cotton rag
Plastic scraper or razor blade
Step 1
Get A Can Of WD-40 Multi Use Product
First of all, you will need to get yourself a can of WD-40 Multi Use Product from a hardware store or a supermarket near you. As the name suggests, the product can be used for a range of different purposes in and around your house. It is always advisable to keep a can of WD-40 handy to tackle emergencies.
Step 2
Spray It Generously On The Stains
Now that you have the can of WD-40 Multi Use Product with you, you can spray a generous amount of liquid on the paint stains on the floor. Do not worry if they are too old or have just been spilt. Make sure all the stains are completely covered in the liquid before you go any further.
Step 3
Wait For A Few Minutes
Especially if you are dealing with old and dry stains, do not start cleaning your floor immediately after spraying WD-40 on it. Wait for a few minutes for the liquid to work its magic and break the adhesive bonds, making it easier for you to remove the stains.
Step 4
Wipe Or Scrape The Paint
After you have waited enough, you can remove the stains by wiping them using a cotton rag or scraping them off with a plastic scraper. It is advisable to keep the scraper at a 45-degree angle while removing the paint while avoiding any scratches on the floor.
Step 5
Finish It Off Using Soapy Water
After you have removed paint from your floor, you will need to wash the surface with soaping water to remove any remnants and the layer formed on the floor by WD-40.
Final Word
This is how simple it is to remove paint from your floor with the help of WD-40. WD-40 Multi Use Product can also be used for removing rust from metal articles, lubricating fans, cleaning cars, and much more.
Disclaimer
The uses shown and described for WD-40 Multi-Use Product were provided to WD-40 Company by the users themselves. These uses haven’t been tested by WD-40 Company and do not constitute a recommendation of suggestion for use by WD-40 Company. Common sense should be exercised whenever using WD-40 Company products. Always follow the instructions and take heed of any warnings printed on the packaging.
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