Cleaning Paint From Ceramic Tile

Wipe clean with remover after scraping.

Cleaning paint from ceramic tile.

When you see dreaded paint drips on your tile there are several options to remove the paint. If scrubbing with a solvent doesn t do it you can always remove the paint stained grout and regrout. If there s no damage to the glaze proceed for the remainder of the tile. Scrape off paint with a plastic scraper held at a 45 degree angle.

Follow the steps below to figure out which method to use for each situation. Knowing how to remove latex paint from ceramic tile without damaging it can be useful if paint accidentally drips or spills onto a tile floor. More porous tiles will absorb more of the paint and may need to be replaced. As with any paint spill you ll have an easier time removing one from tile if you get the paint while it s wet.

Whether the paint is wet or dry though you may have trouble getting it out of the grout. Depending on where the paint lands on the ceramic floor a different technique must be used to get the paint off. Whether you want to remove a deliberate paint job or accidental splatters from your ceramic tile floor you can complete the job yourself after a little experimentation.