# How to Remove a Water-Based Latex Colored Paint on White Trim
Drips and splatters can ruin the effect of a freshly painted room, but removing latex paint is fairly simple. Once you've finished painting, survey the room in bright light. Wipe up any wet spills immediately, and tackle dried paint as soon as possible. The paint is pliable and soft for several days after painting, but cures to a hard finish within a few weeks. Removing it quickly is your best bet to avoid damaging the trim's finish. Elbow grease and common household cleaners usually do the trick.
Things You'll Need
- Cloth
- Razor blade
- Fine sandpaper
- White paint (optional)
- Small paintbrush (optional)
- Citrus-based cleaner
- Plastic scrubbing pad
Instructions
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Abrasion
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Wipe wet paint spills off the white trim with a damp cloth. Turn the cloth to a clean spot, and wipe again to remove any residue. Because latex paint is water-based, it cleans up easily with water while still wet.
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Scrape dried paint splatters gently with a razor blade. Hold the razor blade at a 45-degree angle, and scrape slowly but steadily so you don't gouge the trim.
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Sand the area lightly with sandpaper to smooth it and to remove any remaining paint residue. Touch up the trim with new paint, if necessary.
Cleaner
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Spray the paint spots with a citrus-based cleaner, and wait 10 minutes as the cleaner softens the paint.
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Rub the spots gently with a plastic scrubbing pad to remove them.
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Wipe the area with a damp cloth to remove any cleaner residue.
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