Effective graffiti?removal products formulated for a variety of wall surfaces are available at hardware
and paint stores. Professional graffiti?removal contractors may also be used.
Follow manufacturer’s directions when using graffiti?removal products, as many are toxic. Several of the newer products are biodegradable and less
toxic. Be sure to wear rubber gloves, safety goggles, and an OSHA approved respirator while removing graffiti.

Some helpful tops can be found in various resources for removing graffiti, from a variety of surfaces are described below. Always test a small inconspicuous
area first!

* Brick, Cement, or Concrete: Use extra strength paint remover. Apply with a wire brush or some products come with a sprayer.

Scrub area with wire brush, and then allow to dry. Rinse with a forceful stream of water
from a hose. Some surfaces may have to be done more than once.

* Stucco: Apply extra strength paint remover. Seal area with “KILZ” and then paint over the

area with stucco paint. If the affected area has been tagged more than once, you should
sand blast the wall first.

* Aluminum Siding: “Goof Off” works quite well on latex paint, but not on oil?based paint. Oil?based paint siding can be cleaned up with

a full strength paint remover, but sparingly and carefully!

* Wood: On latex or oil?based painted wood use “KILZ” to seal the graffiti. Paint over

quickly so the graffiti won’t bleed through. If the area is stained and varnished, use paint remover with sprayer, and wipe off with a cloth rag.

* Fiberglass: Use a full strength paint remover and rinse carefully. Carburetor cleaner works

well