Blotting is important to do before you get to any rubbing. If you rub before you blot, the paint will just get pushed deeper into the fabric, spreading it around. [1] X Research source
Water-based paint can be eased out with a dab of dish soap and some committed scrubbing. [2] X Expert Source Susan StockerCleaning Guru Expert Interview. 8 November 2019. Turpentine, WD-40 or even hairspray can be used to treat oil-based stains. [3] X Expert Source Susan StockerCleaning Guru Expert Interview. 8 November 2019. [4] X Research source However, spray paint tends to be acrylic, so it should be approached as a water-based paint while it’s still wet.
It is obviously preferable that the dry cloth in question isn’t one that you would care much if it got discoloured. Repeat the process until you’ve removed as much paint as you’re reasonably going to. Don’t be surprised if you’re not able to get all of it out. Every smidgen of paint soaked out makes the existing stain less apparent.
Keep in mind, however, that paint removers have some tough chemicals in them, and they might strip the dye from your shirt completely. As such, they should only be used as a last resort.
Paint shows up on jeans like a sore thumb, but you may be in luck if denim is your problem. Because denim tends to be in shades of blue and black, there are lots of paint pens that fit this range.
Check the instructions on the can if you have any doubts.
Paint ponchos can be uncomfortable, especially if you’re painting somewhere where it’s already hot. Still, the mild discomfort is more than worth saving your clothes from harm.
