How to Remove Black Rust-Oleum Fence Paint From Skin
Rust-Oleum is a popular brand of weather-resistant paint available in cans and spray canisters. The product warning labels caution that Rust-Oleum paints can cause skin irritation, so if you get paint on your skin, rinsing is the first order of business. Follow these tips to get the paint off your skin completely.
Things You Will Need
- Paint thinner
- Acetone
- Clean cloth or scrub brush
- Soapy water
- Bucket
- Skin cream or lotion
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Rinse the skin area with warm, soapy water, taking care not to rub or scratch the skin excessively.
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Remove persistent Rust-Oleum by pouring a small amount of paint thinner or acetone on a clean cloth and rubbing the paint-covered skin.
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Rinse immediately to minimize skin irritation. Wait a few minutes, and repeat as necessary until the paint comes off.
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Gently rub a quality hand lotion on the affected skin. Neosporin or a similar topical analgesic may provide some pain relief from itching and burning.
Tip
Wear safety goggles and work in a ventilated area when using spray paint.
Warning
Do not breathe Rust-Oleum paint fumes or get any of the product in the eyes. Rinse immediately with cold water if paint gets in your eyes and seek medical attention. See a doctor or dermatologist if the skin becomes inflamed, extremely irritated, begins to blister or shows any signs of a worsening chemical burn.
References
Tips
- Wear safety goggles and work in a ventilated area when using spray paint.
Warnings
- Do not breathe Rust-Oleum paint fumes or get any of the product in the eyes. Rinse immediately with cold water if paint gets in your eyes and seek medical attention. See a doctor or dermatologist if the skin becomes inflamed, extremely irritated, begins to blister or shows any signs of a worsening chemical burn.
Writer Bio
James Clark began his career in 1985. He has written about electronics, appliance repair and outdoor topics for a variety of publications and websites. He has more than four years of experience in appliance and electrical repairs. Clark holds a bachelor's degree in political science.
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