How do I get fresh paint off of concrete?

Question

I spilled paint on my concrete driveway, how can I clean it up?

Janet Pizaro · Answer

Try using a paint stripper. Leave it on long enough to aid in the removal of the paint. Depending how much is there you may have to use a scrub brush.

Mike Maloney · Answer

follow the paint remover with muriatic acid wash

Jamo Smith · Answer

What kind of paint? If it's latex, let it dry and scrape it right up. If it's alkyd, you are in trouble.  It might come up with a pressure washing, before it cures. Anything solvent will just get it deeper into the pores.

WAYNE · Answer

LET IT DRY THEN SAND PAPER LIGHTLY

Leslie · Answer

Muratic acid will do it.  Rubber gloves, protective clothing and Eyewear required!

C Crow · Answer

If it is latex, simply apply alcohol, let it sit a few minutes, then rinse.  I use the 90% alcohol from pharmacy, but think I have   seen it in WalMart.  Scrub with a brush if it needs a bit of extra help.  Wish you well.

Rick Wilson · Answer

I'd suggest using a pressure washer.

Lavonne · Answer

It's a driveway right? Cement driveways are very rough - purposefully. The paint seeps down into the cracks and cranies. natural weathering will remove some but a pressure washer is your best bet.

Lisa · Answer

oven cleaner- blue can

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