This handy guide explains how to get acrylic paint out of clothes you love.
It’s also less toxic than other paints, making it ideal for use around children and pets.
However, when dry, acrylic paint becomes water-resistantit’s adifficult stain to remove from clothes.
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Once acrylic paint has dried on clothing, it may be impossible to remove it entirely.
Isopropyl alcohol is the best choice for removing dried acrylic paint from clothing.
When it comes toremoving the paint from clothing, stick with isopropyl alcohol.
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Isopropyl alcohol, ammonia, acetone, and paint thinner are flammable.
give a shot to avoid pushing the paint further into the fabric fibers.
Pre-treat Stain
Use a laundry stain remover or liquid laundry detergent to pre-treat the paint stain.
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Theheat from a dryerwill set a stain.
If there’s still a lingering stain, simply repeat the stain removal process.
Scrape the Paint
Use a butter knife or scraping tool to scrape the paint off the fabric.
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Isopropyl alcohol can break down the water-resistant top layer of dried acrylic paint.
If pigment transfers from the garment to the rag, the alcohol is working to break down the paint.
If there’s still a lingering stain, simply repeat the stain removal process.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Acrylic paint generally takes 30 minutes or more to dry on clothing.
Baking soda can remove wet or dry acrylic stains.
However, this method works best when mixing the baking soda with dish soap and rubbing alcohol.
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Let the paste sit on the stain for 15 minutes, then rinse with soap and water.
Since hairspray contains isopropyl alcohol, it can help remove acrylic paint stains.
However, hairspray could also damage some fabrics, so it’s best to try another method first.
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Credit:Brie Goldman
Credit:Brie Goldman
