How Do You Remove Epoxy Paint From Concrete?
Painting cement with epoxy-based paint is very popular as a way to seal concrete, thus saving energy and preventing insects and moisture collection. Removing epoxy from paint, especially indoors, is very messy and time-consuming. The preferred method indoors is a combination of mopping and chemical treatment with solvents that are available at most home improvement stores. Mop the floor with water to remove debris and any residual chemicals–such as engine oil–oil that may have stained your concrete. This step will make the process much easier in the end as the epoxy will become very messy when mixed with strippers and other chemicals. Prepare a fresh bucket of clean water (cold) and mix it with the prescribed amount of your chosen stripper. Generally this will be 10 parts water to 1 part chemical. Mop your floor with your chemical mix, using small circular strokes. As you mop, the chemicals will start combining with the epoxy, causing it to pool up. Continue mopping until you have a
