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How to Remove Acrylic Paint Over Oil Paint

Written By
Diana Braun
Diana Braun
Published: Oct 30, 2009
Updated: Nov 20, 2021
1 minute read

  1. Moisten a soft cloth with rubbing alcohol.

  2. Rub the area of acrylic paint with the moistened cloth. The paint will wipe away from the oil-based paint.

  3. Wipe down the area with liquid dishwashing soap and water. Run a clean soft cloth over the surface to remove residue.

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Test rubbing alcohol and liquid dishwashing soap on a hidden spot to ensure that damage isn't caused to the surface.
Diana Braun

Diana Braun began her writing career as a consultant and technical writer for a software company focusing on how-to, training, white paper, and internal process documentation. After two years, Braun left to pursue her entrepreneurial…

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