Staining a deck can be messy work. Sometimes deck stain can splatter or spill when you least expect it. When deck stain gets on the vinyl siding, you will need more than a rag to remove it. Once the deck stain has dried, it is even more difficult to remove. There are a number of products out there to try, but a few stand out as tried-and-true methods of removing deck stain from vinyl siding. Here's get rid of those stains.
Instructions
Ways to Remove Oil-Based Deck Stains
1. Pour a little PVC cleaner (the clear kind, not the purple) on a sponge or rag and wipe the deck stain off the siding. Always rub in the direction of the grain imprinted on the vinyl siding. Wear a face mask and rubber gloves to protect yourself from the fumes.
2. Put a small amount of paint thinner or deck stain remover on a sponge or rag and wipe the stain off in the direction of the grain imprinted on the vinyl siding. Wear a face mask and rubber gloves to protect yourself from the fumes.
3. Use a Mr. Clean Magic Eraser to remove the deck stain.
4. Apply a cleaner such as Lift Off or Greased Lightning to remove the deck stain.
Ways to Remove Latex or Water-Based Deck Stain
5. Fill a bucket with warm water and soap. Soak a rag or sponge in the warm water and rub the area until the stain is softened.
6. Use a cleaner such as Lift Off or Greased Lightning to remove the remaining stain from the vinyl siding.
7. Wipe with a Mr. Clean Magic Eraser to remove the deck stain.
Related posts
Vinyl siding is durable, easy to keep looking good, and holds its color well. It looks as good as new with a thorough washing once a year. But sometimes stains can discolor your vinyl siding and c...
Vinyl siding is easy to maintain and holds color well. With a good washing once a year, it looks as good as new. But sometimes rust, green copper stains, tar, mold and other stains can discolor yo...
Vinyl siding can become dull, dingy and dirty over time.Vinyl siding is constantly dealing with harsh elements, such as wind, rain and snow, and it is only natural for your once bright, white sidi...
Yes, you can remove a slug stain from your home's vinyl siding.Slugs, similar to snails, are gastropods that eat vegetables and thrive in areas that are moist. The creatures are mostly found in ga...
Vinyl is a versatile siding material. It comes in a wide variety of colors and it is able to withstand high heat, cold temperatures, precipitation and wind of up to 110 mph, according to the Vinyl...
