How To Get Paint Off Of Ceramic Tile

Starting in an inconspicuous test area first hold a utility knife at a 45 degree angle and carefully scrape paint off the tile using a short firm but gentle stroke.

How to get paint off of ceramic tile.

To remove paint from tile the most common method is using a razor blade and scraping the old paint away. Scrape the paint with a putty knife. First use a stiff brush and a paint scraper to loosen the paint and vacuum up all debris. For oil based paint use mineral spirits.

Follow the steps below to figure out which method to use for each situation. These typically take anywhere from 60 minutes to eight hours to. Test a small area first because using commercial solvents to remove paint from grout can be harsher than homemade solutions. For latex paint that would be plain or soapy water.

Commercial solvents a latex paint remover can be bought at home improvement stores or online. An xacto knife helps you hold onto the razor blade safely while maintaining a good angle. First gently scrape the paint with a putty knife. Fill a bucket with hot soapy water.

Scrub the paint off the tile. Scrub the grout with a synthetic fiber scrubber. Avoid steel wool which can leave scratches on ceramic porcelain and metal tiles. Depending on where the paint lands on the ceramic floor a different technique must be used to get the paint off.

The hot vinegar will soften the paint which should start to release from the tile. This should remove most paints types from just about any non porous tile. Moisten a cloth and dip it in isopropyl alcohol. Apply the solution to a clean cloth.

Hold the blade at a 45 degree angle and gently scrape the paint from the tile. Submerge the terra cotta and scrub the remaining paint with a wire bristle brush. This should remove the thickest drops of paint because the glaze on most tiles is similar to a glass finish. Next apply a chemical paint stripper.

Smooth the cloth gently over a painted tile.