How Do You Get Dried Paint Off Of Cement?
Cement is just one component that is used to make concrete and mortar. It is used to make buildings, driveways, garage floors, sidewalks and more. The effort needed to remove dried paint from cement is determined by what type of paint is being removed. A water-based paint will come off cement with soap, water and a little rubbing with a scouring pad. Oil-based paint will require more effort and strong chemicals. Apply water from a water bottle to the paint. If it is a water-based paint, the paint will begin to dissolve and dilute. Oil-based paint will not begin to dissolve. Use the old cloth to rub off as much as possible if you find that the paint began to dissolve. Use a wire brush to scrape it out of the cement and repeat the process with soap and water until the paint is gone. For an oil-based paint, use a razor blade to scrape off as much as possible. Vacuum or sweep those pieces away. Apply acetone to the oil-based paint. Allow it to soften for about 10 to 30 minutes. Remove the