Home improvement and painting projects can really elevate the appearance of the house. However, with these projects, no matter how big or small, comes the risk of stray paint splatters on the floors. Whether you’ve discovered some painted tile you’d like to restore or accidentally splattered your kitchen tiles when painting your cabinets, here are the best ways to remove paint from your tiles and grout.
This will be the simplest and easiest method to use when removing dried paint from your tiles. All you’ll need is a utility knife, or a plastic putty knife, and a mask to protect your airways from dust. All this particular method requires is for you to carefully scrape the paint from the tiles and grout. Because this is a rather straightforward method, so here are a few tips to consider when you are using it:
This method is quite similar to the scraping method, but with an added step: add heat. Using heat is a method better suited to removing old and stubborn paint from tile and grout. Grab your scraping tools and track down a heat gun and let’s get started.
If you’ve attempted to scrape away the paint and found yourself to be damaging the tile or if the paint is simply far too stubborn, this method is for you. Ideally, if all else fails you should be able to use a paint thinner or another DIY solvent to remove the paint from the tiles. Here are a few methods and DIY recipes you can try in your home:
Citrus-Based Paint Remover – Citrus-based paint removers are your best choice to outright strip the pain from the tile without damaging the glaze. Here is the best method when using paint remover:
Paint Thinner – Paint thinner works best to remove freshly spilled oil-based paint. This is a particularly harsh chemical, so remember to wear protective gloves, a mask, and goggles before you use it. Always test a small area with the chemical before you use it in larger quantities. To properly remove paint thinner, mix together a solution of water and dish soap and use a cloth to remove the remaining chemicals.
White Vinegar – Who knew that regular household white vinegar was good at removing paint? Here is how you use this method:
Acetone-Based Nail Polish Remover – Similar to paint thinner, acetone-based nail polish remover does a good job of removing oil-based paint. The added bonus of this method is that it can loosen and remove dried oil paint as well as fresh. In order to properly use nail polish remover to remove the paint from tiles, start by scraping and loosening the surface of the paint before dabbing nail polish remover onto the tile with a cloth. Allow this remover to sit for just a few minutes in order to loosen the paint and then use the cloth with nail polish remover on it to wipe away the remaining paint. Finish by wiping the tiles with warm soapy water.
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