The Oil-based paint cannot simply be removed with the solution of soap and water. It can be removed with the mild abrasives that will remove the paint without hurting the floor or its finish. Before going in for the cleaning process it is always best to test the solution for the negative effects.
Steps To Remove/Get Oil Based Paint Off Hardwood Floor
The steps to get the oil based paint off from the Hardwood floor are mentioned below:
- Remove: First of all, try to clean as much as possible paint with the help of the paper towel which should be lightly dampened.
- Toothpick: After that take a toothpick and run it between the floorboards gaps so that all the paint is removed even from the little gaps.
- Plastic Credit Card: After that use an edge of the plastic credit card to remove the paint as much as possible, the reason of using the plastic cards is that it will not scrape the floor unlike the metal or sharp tools that will likely cause scratches.
- Superfine Steel Wool: If the paint is wet then moisten superfine steel wool and rub the area until it is completely gone.
- Wipe: In order to remove all the paint flakes Wipe the area with a damp paper towel, After that dry the area completely with the help of the paper towel.