How to remove paint from a spray can as efficiently and safely as possible?

Spray paint is widely used by both home craftsmen and professional repairmen. When working with it, it is not always possible to keep things and other surfaces clean.

You can remove stains using the available tools. The main thing is to use them correctly so as not to spoil the product and not harm your own health.

From this article you will learn how and what to remove paint from a can of paint (aerosol) from various surfaces.

Aerosol removers

Spray paint is used for small surfaces. It is applied to walls, ceilings, interior items and more. A feature of the composition is that it dries quickly.

Acetone

Even dried paint can be removed with acetone - this is its main advantage. However, it cannot handle all surfaces..

Plastic, delicate fabrics, fragile dyed products may not withstand contact with it. Therefore, when using the product for the first time, you need to test it on an inconspicuous area.

Mode of application:

1. Apply acetone to a suitable cloth. It is convenient to use paint brushes or rollers for processing large areas.
2. Moisten the contaminated area.
3. Leave to work for 10 minutes.
4. Wipe the stain until it is completely removed.
5. Rinse the treated surface with water.

Acetone has a pungent odor. Therefore, you need to work with it in a well-ventilated area. Acetone vapor can cause poisoning and severe headaches.

How to erase with cleaning clay?

Cleaning clay is used to remove paint prior to the upcoming polishing of the coating. Therefore, it is actively used to remove the aerosol composition from the car body.

Mode of application:

• thoroughly wash and dry the area to be treated;
• apply clay on it, pressing it with your palm to the surface;
• crush the formed piece with your fingers, wrapping the dirt inside the clay "bun".

You need to store clay in a dry place, do not allow earth, sand and other contaminants to enter the box.

Solvent

Spray paint lends itself well to solvent removal.

You can use formulations such as:

• White Spirit;
• gasoline or kerosene;
• turpentine;
• solvent 647 or 650.

You can use the funds alone, or you can combine them to enhance the effect.

Mode of application:

1. Clean the surface from dust and dirt.
2. Moisten the stain with solvent.
3. Leave to work for 20-30 minutes.
4. Moisten a rag in the same solution, walk it over the spots.
5. Rinse the product with water.

Powder or detergent

If the paint from the can is fresh and gets on the fabric, then you can remove it with regular powder or dish detergent.

Mode of application:

1. Moisten the area to be cleaned.
2. Apply a small amount of the chosen product.
3. Beat until foamy. You can rub the fabric lightly with a brush.
4. Leave on for 30-60 minutes.
5. Moisten and rub the stain again.
6. Wash the item as usual.

If it was not possible to get rid of the paint the first time, then the soaking procedure can be repeated.

How to wash with alcohol?

If the stain is fresh, you can use any alcohol-containing liquids, such as vodka or cologne:

• moisten a clean white cloth in alcohol;
• wipe the contaminated area with it;
• rinse the surface with water.

How to remove from the car?

You can remove paint from a spray can on a car with a car shampoo. It is suitable for cleaning recently applied dirt.

How to use it:

1. Pour warm water into a bucket, add car shampoo, beat until foamy.
2. Soak a cloth or sponge in the solution.
3. Apply to car surface.
4. Leave on for 5-10 minutes, rub gently.
5. Rinse the body with clean water.

Car shampoos are sold at auto parts stores.

Most popular remedies:

• Fill INN FL045. 400 ml costs 200 rubles;
• AUTOPROFI. 1000 ml costs about 300 rubles;
• Expert "Active foam". 1 liter costs 170 rubles.

If it was not possible to cope with the stain with the help of car shampoo, then you can use professional anti-graffiti products. These can be compositions such as:

1. AntiGraffiti Clean... The cost of the spray is 400 rubles. It is applied to the body for 5-7 minutes with a roller. Then they are removed with a clean cloth and washed with water.
2. Grass. Universal spray for removing various types of stains. The cost is 220 rubles for 0.6 liters.
3. Graffiti Guard... The cost of the product is 110 rubles.

Another option is to visit a car wash and entrust your car to professionals. The cost depends on the amount of work. Washers have at their disposal specialized washes that will safely remove the most stubborn stains from vehicles.

Other ways to help wipe marks off your car:

1. Carnauba wax, such as Butter Wet Carnauba Wax. They can gently clean the car from spray paint. There will be no scratches or dents on the surface.

   The product is applied to a sponge and rubbed over the stain. Movements should be circular. After removing the paint, the surface of the car is polished with a clean, soft cloth. The liquid costs about 200 rubles for 330 ml.

2. Nail polish remover. Small stains can be removed with it.
3. Acetone.
4. Gasoline or kerosene.
5. Cleaning clay such as Willison or Sonax. The method of its use was described above. The average cost of such a tool is 1000 rubles per 100 g.

Before applying the composition to a large surface of the car, it must be tested in an inconspicuous area.If the selected cleaner does not harm the vehicle's own coating, the treatment can be continued.

How to wash spray paint from the surface of a car, the video will tell you:

Important recommendations

To dispose of spray paint safely and effectively, you need to adhere to the following recommendations:

1. Strictly follow the instructions for use. Do not leave formulations on the surface longer than recommended. It is better to repeat the treatment if it was not possible to remove the stain the first time.
2. Avoid contact of the skin of the hands and mucous membranes with corrosive substances. Many of them require careful ventilation.
3. Gasoline, acetone, white spirit and similar formulations are flammable. You need to work with them away from sources of fire.
4. After using the solvent, rinse the treated surface with water.
5. If several layers of aerosol paint are applied to the product, then before using the cleaning composition, the surface is rubbed with sandpaper. This advice is valid only for walls, garage doors, ceilings and other structures that are not afraid of mechanical stress.
6. You need to clean the stain along its edges, moving towards the center.
7. Do not rub the paint with a dry cloth. Due to this treatment, the pigment will penetrate deeper and it will be more difficult to remove it.

Conclusion

It is not difficult to remove paint from a spray can if you start processing immediately after it hits the surface. To combat old formulations, it is necessary to make efforts and resort to using chemicals. The choice of a specific substance depends on the surface that needs cleaning..