When the paintballs fly, buildings often take a bit of collateral damage. Removing the paint from siding can prove difficult, with the level of effort required often determined by the length of time the paintball paint has been present. Fortunately, removing the offending color is not impossible, and with a bit of time and elbow grease you can have your siding looking just as fresh as it did prior to the unwanted paint assault.
Instructions
1. Examine the damaged area. Plot out a plan of attack, determining the best ways to get to where the paint is located. For low-lying damage, removal should prove easy. For paint located higher on your wall you'll need a sturdy ladder, and if possible a helper to hold it steady for you.
2. Gather your cleaning materials. Create a cleaning solution by mixing 2/3 cup of Trisodium phosphate (TSP) with 1/3 cup laundry detergent in 1 gallon of water in your bucket until it suds up. TSP is a cleaning agent, degreaser and stain remover effective on most surfaces.
3. Wet down the affected area thoroughly with the water hose, removing any dirt or debris on the surface of your siding, as well as wetting down the paint.
4. Wet the sponge in the cleaning solution and apply the solution to the painted area. You'll have to scrub the area for awhile with a scrub brush to remove the paint, but the paint should come off with a bit of time and effort.
5. Spray the siding with the hose to remove the dissolved paint and the solution, after you notice some paint removal. One scrubbing is not likely to be enough, but there should be some noticeable improvement. Apply the solution again, scrubbing the surface, and repeat as often as needed until the paint has been completely removed.
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