How can I remove paint spilled on asphalt roof by painters?
A. If it is latex or acrylic paint, try using water and a wire brush. Try this in early morning or evening when asphalt is not hot and sticky. The roof is hot during the day and any paint that gets on it dries instantly. It is next to impossible to get off. Hot solvents like lacquer thinner will eat the tar product in comp shingle or hot mop roofs. The easy fix is paint over it with something that matches the roof color. Q. Any recommendations for a product or solvent that will remove vinyl tile adhesive from concrete preparatory to painting it? A. Mineral spirits mixed with plenty of elbow grease should remove the adhesive. A stiff putty knife might be useful. Q. Can I paint on stained wood? A. Painting stained wood may require a good coat of stain blocking primer. If it has varnish/poly on it, it should be sanded and wiped down with deglosser prior to priming. Q. Several years ago, I had my wood fascia boards covered with white finished aluminum. The aluminum is now off color with gr
