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HowStuffWorks Home & Garden Stain Removal How to Remove Latex Paint Stains Prev NEXT By: Editors of Consumer Guide | Updated: Apr 27, 2023

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Follow these steps to remove latex paint stains from flooring such as asphalt, cork, linoleum or vinyl tile:

• Remove any spill immediately, then wash with a cloth dipped in warm sudsy water.
• If stain remains, cover it with a rubbing alcohol compress. Let the compress remain in place for a few minutes.
• Wipe the stain with a cloth dampened with ammonia. Do not use ammonia on linoleum or vinyl floor tile.
• To remove any latent traces of stain, try rubbing the area with superfine steel wool dipped in liquid wax. Wash thoroughly with soapy water, wipe dry, then wax.

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