semi-OT: careless while painting enclosure

[nils]

Hi guys!

I was spraying an enclosure on my patio tonight and was a little careless. Some of the paint crept under the old papers I had layed out, and now I have some paint stains on a few of the stone tiles. What can I do to remove the paint?

Thanks!

[bwanasonic]

I would start with paint thinner or mineral spirits. In the US, we have a nasty little solvent blend called "Goof Off". Acetone is another to try. Good thing it's outdoors, cuz all this stuff is pretty nasty fume-wise. Abrasives might also work, but would most likely leave a mark. In general it's best to keep your solvent of choice and a rag handy for just such an occasion, as it's best to remove overspray when it's still wet.

Kerry M

[smashinator]

Alternately, just paint the rest of the tile, and glue some knobs on.  Tell everyone it's a Small Stone.   :shock:

Sorry, I couldn't resist.

[Nasse]

:)  :lol:  :lol:

You need "graffiti remover" stuff

[nils]

thanks guys. I'll probably go for the "small stone" solution  

[petemoore]

Teflon scratch pad...might help
 experiment with steel wool in unnoticed spot at own risk
 Acetone [nail remover]...start with some in a spot on a rag and limit exposure...that's more for finishes, but acetone might cut it some, I don't think It'll damage tile surfaces.

[Paul Perry (Frostwave)]

Depends on what kind of 'stone' the tiles are.
Some materials are porous & if you try to dissolve the paint out it will get worse as pigment soaks in to some depth.
I would wait till dry, then try to scrape off, if it is material that can handle scraping. And  depending on how much is there.
Oven cleaner is worth a try if you don't want to buy special paint remover.

[nils]

it's indeed pretty porous; maybe the scraping off approach might work best.