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Well, I hired someone to do a few odd jobs for me ...

Well, I hired someone to do a few odd jobs for me. Problem is he was sloppy and I can't get him come back. There are tiny spatters of paint everywhere. I'm talking on furniture,wood floors,mantel even the walls...you name it. I've tried scrubbing,chipping,picking, it's just too overwhelming and time consuming. Is there a water based solution that might soften these areas so I don't have to put so much muscle into this? I'm trying not to damage the furniture as well. HELP! Anything advise you can offer i'd appreciate. Thanks, Julie/Long Island NY


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I have Just the product for you! It is sold at Walmart stores in the cleaning products section.  OOPS Multi-Purpose Remover  ~~ for use on carpets, woodwork, vinyl, glass, metal, concrete, fiberglass, upholstery, & most fabrics.  Effective on dried latex paint*, ball point ink, marker, gum, adhesive residue, oil, grease, lipstick, and more.  *Does not work on oil based paints.

 

Manufactured by:  Homax Products, Inc

PO Box5643

Bellingham,Wa 98227

800-729-9029

www.homaxproducts.com

 

I can personally testify that this does work on dried paint without damage to woodwork & furniture.   May take a little elbow grease.

 
Posted 2009-09-28T13:17:51Z
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Julie - hi to Long Island - I'm from Port Jefferson Station! Smile

It's hard to get a reliable painter. I've had to fire quite a few already for various reasons - they don't return phone calls, they are unprofessional and you'll find many that are not qualified.

Getting a contractor from word of mouth is the best way to hire someone if you can. Go to a neighbor or friend who is happy with their painting and find out who they used. I believe there is a site called Angies List that lets you know which contractors are good and which to avoid. Also report them to the Better Business Bureau so others don't use that company.

As far a cleaning up the mess. If it's latex paint you might be able to wipe it with a damp rag. It you choose to lightly scrape it, make sure you don't dig into the furniture. There is a product called Krud Kutter but you should be really careful so that is doesn't ruin the finish on your furniture or flooring. Do some label reading to make sure. Hope this helps some - good luck.
Posted 2009-10-06T12:16:45Z
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