What is the best way to remove latex-based paint from granite countertops?
Christofer B
Our contractors did a shotty job of painting and left drops of paint on both our bathroom countertops. Is there an easy way to remove this without using paint thinner since this will probably soak into the granite and eventually ruin it?
Our contractors did a shotty job of painting and left drops of paint on both our bathroom countertops. Is there an easy way to remove this without using paint thinner since this will probably soak into the granite and eventually ruin it?
January 28th, 2007 at 2:38 pm
mineral oil and a razor blabe scraper
January 31st, 2007 at 10:38 pm
try a piece of rubber and warm water
February 4th, 2007 at 3:37 am
if its latex paint, just use warm water and a rag.
latex paint is water soluable
February 5th, 2007 at 10:30 pm
Razor blade and steel wool to remove the residue. when you are done wipe the surface with var sol to fill in irregularities. Don`t over use the steel wool , a couple quick wipes is all it takes. remember that granite is very hard and it takes a lot to scratch it. Or else it`s not really granite.
February 8th, 2007 at 10:23 pm
HD sells a product called “Crud Cutter” , it comes in a spray bottle and works great to dissolve latex paint. Doesn’t stain Granite.
February 9th, 2007 at 6:24 pm
Hot soapy water and some elbow grease. Pick the drops off with your fingernails and then clean the leftovers with the soapy water. No stains, No damage.
February 10th, 2007 at 5:07 am
saturate the paint with water and let it soak into the paint. Use a plastic putty knife and scrap it up and wipe it with a damp sponge.
February 10th, 2007 at 10:08 am
If you have smooth counters then just use razor blabe scrapers…