We painted yesterday with glossy paint, but I just got to cleaning the paint drops. It has become a job for me.I know I should have tried cleaning yesterday when we finished the job, but I was so tired! Thanks for your help again. Take care!
2006-10-21 13:38:04 · 11 answers · asked by alicia s 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Do It Yourself (DIY)
Goof off is great for removing old paint. Do not use a razor since it can cut the linoleum. If you can get a plastic scraper, that would be good.
Latex takes a while to really cure, if you put a wet paper towel on it then it might soften and come right up. If it's hard, the goof off will take it right off. But you need ventilation, that stuff is STINK-EE!
2006-10-21 16:05:35 · answer #1 · answered by n0witrytobeamused 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A tough one... First, whatever you decide to do/use, I'd be sure you try it on a part of the floor that is inconspicious. Because, if you don't, and you end up discoloring or damaging the floor, you'll see it ALL the time.
Contact the folks at either PeelAway.com or CitriStrip.com for guidance. I'm not sure if what they offer is OK to use for both Latex and Oil-based paints. (Ask them ...)
Other than that, a somewhat 'dull' razor knife may work if you scrape very, VERY carefully. My best to ya and hope this helps.
2006-10-21 14:08:39 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I had this problem a year ago - I dripped paint all over my brand new bathroom floor. Goof-Off worked miracles for me! I wouldn't spray it directly on the linoleum - I would spray it on a cloth and then rub the paint off, just in case it takes any of the finish off your linoleum.
2006-10-22 03:05:41 · answer #3 · answered by kerry77 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you used latex (waterbased) paint, the esiest way to clean up is use "Goof-Off". If you used oil based paint then try using meneral spirits. Both are avalible at Lowes or Home Depot.
2006-10-21 14:19:16 · answer #4 · answered by Benjamin H 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I usually use a "Drop-Cloth" when painting, but then again I'm a professional, and I don't know any better. I never thought of dropping paint on the new floor, then try to clean it up the next day. I'll have to try that, maybe it will increase my profit margin enough to pay for the "Drop-Cloth" I bought. DUMB-ACE
2006-10-21 14:27:53 · answer #5 · answered by uncle bob 4 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Water based paint can normally be scraped on with a razor blade and some water.
If the paint is oil based, use mineral spirits and a razor blade. Scrape very lightly until it is removed.
The next time, simjply wipe it off when it is wet.
2006-10-21 13:45:13 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
You can't minimize the lack of color, but water will take the paint off. If you're impatient, LATEX paint remover will. Not Oops! Latex remover
2016-05-22 08:36:12 · answer #7 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Full strength Pine sol on a cloth, and rub it until it comes up. It works without hurting the floor.
2006-10-21 13:40:43 · answer #8 · answered by Dawn 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if it is water based latex, warm soapy water.if oil try goo gone,try to use your nails to loosen it ir a plastic putty knife so as not to cut the linolium
2006-10-21 16:13:57 · answer #9 · answered by Grin 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
lighter fluid or a product called GOOF OFF but whatever you dont use anything abrasive
2006-10-21 13:46:17 · answer #10 · answered by Fergie 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋