While you're busy finishing an art project or painting in a new room in your home, there's a chance that your shoes will get paint drips on them. Shoes are often difficult to clean, but canvas sneakers might still be salvageable if they get paint stains. There are several different methods for removing paint stains from canvas shoes, depending on the type of paint used.
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Method 1 of 4: Removing Watercolor or Acrylic Stains
Step 1. Wipe off excess paint
You can use a spoon or a dull knife to remove as much paint as possible. Pull the shoe fabric until it stretches, then scrape off the excess paint. This will make it easier for you to use the sponge to absorb the paint.
Step 2. Wipe off the paint stain using a damp cloth
Gently wipe the painted area with a damp cloth to make it easier for you to clean the stain. In addition, a wet canvas will be more flexible and easier to handle. Use plenty of water and don't be afraid to repeat the same procedure if necessary.
Try to keep the canvas as wet as possible. It will be easier for you to clean the stain if the canvas is wet. The water will soften the fabric and activate the detergent as you try to clean the stain
Step 3. Use a detergent mixture
Mix equal amounts of detergent and water in a small bowl or bucket. Apply the detergent mixture to the shoes using a damp sponge and scrub the stained area.
Use a different sponge than the one you use to clean the counter or do the dishes
Step 4. Rinse with water
All you have to do is put your shoes under the faucet and rinse with cold water to remove the soap suds.
Repeat the above steps until the paint stain is gone. Scrub the stain harder and use more water if you're having trouble removing the stain
Step 5. Use nail polish remover
If the stain persists, use nail polish remover. Pour nail polish remover onto a damp paper towel. Gently rub on the paint stain until the stain disappears.
Method 2 of 4: Cleaning Watercolor or Dry Acrylic Stains
Step 1. Use a brush to remove excess paint
Use a coarse-bristled brush or an old toothbrush to remove excess paint that has dried. To treat smaller stains, you can use your fingernail to remove the dried clumps of paint. Once the top coat of dry paint is removed, you can deal with any paint stains seeping into the fabric underneath. This method is also more effective and faster for cleaning larger paint stains.
Step 2. Use the soap mixture to clean the stain
Make a mixture of equal parts detergent and water and pour it on a damp cloth and use it to rub the paint stains on your shoes. You may need to use a nail polish remover and a damp cloth to remove the stain, depending on the size and strength of the stain.
Do this procedure until the paint stain on the canvas softens. Once the dry paint begins to soften, it will be easier for you to remove it from the shoe
Step 3. Scrape off the soft paint
Use a dull knife to scrape off the soft paint stain. The paint stain should come off right away. It is possible that the paint may leave a thin layer of stain on the fabric underneath. However, most stains have at least been removed.
Step 4. Rub the stain layer on the shoes with a detergent solution
Use a mixture of detergent and water (in equal proportions) to scrub the canvas with the help of a damp cloth. Continue to scrub any remaining stains with the detergent solution. Rinse the stained area with cold water. You simply put your shoes under a running faucet. Repeat the same process until the stain is completely gone.
Step 5. Use nail polish remover
If the stain persists, use a nail polish remover to remove the stain with the help of a damp cloth. Gently wipe the cloth on the stain. Repeat until the stain is completely gone.
Method 3 of 4: Cleaning Wet Oil Paint Stains
Step 1. Wipe off excess paint
Use a spoon or blunt knife to remove as much paint as possible. Pull the shoe fabric until it stretches and carefully scrape off excess paint. This will make it easier for you to use the sponge to absorb the paint.
Step 2. Wipe off the paint stain using a damp cloth
Gently wipe the painted area with a damp cloth to make it easier for you to clean the stain. In addition, a wet canvas will be more flexible and easier to handle. Use plenty of water and don't be afraid to repeat the same procedure if necessary.
Try to keep the canvas as wet as possible. It will be easier for you to clean the stain if the canvas is wet. The water will soften the fabric and activate the detergent as you try to clean the stain
Step 3. Place a dry cloth over the stain on the outside of the shoe
You can use some old unused paper napkins or dish napkins. Spread the napkin on a flat surface, then place the shoe on it with the stained side facing down.
Step 4. Rub a small amount of turpentine into the inside of the shoe, behind the stained area
Pour the turpentine on an old sponge or washcloth, and rub it into the inside of the shoe. Hold the shoe with one hand as you rub the inside of the stained area. The paint will start to peel off and transfer to the dry napkin you placed outside the shoe.
- Wear gloves when working with turpentine.
- Use turpentine in a well-ventilated area.
- Replace any dry napkins you put outside your shoes whenever they get wet with turpentine. In addition, the paint will also begin to transfer to the napkin.
- Repeat this procedure until the stain is completely gone. Continue to scrub the inside of the stain with a turpentine sponge/rag. Rub vigorously until the turpentine starts to work.
Step 5. Scrub the stain with a dry cloth and detergent
Dab the detergent on a dry paper towel or old rag. Rub the outside of the stained shoe with a dry cloth. This step will help remove any excess paint that is still on the canvas.
Step 6. Soak the shoes overnight in hot water
Use a bucket or sink. Fill a bucket with hot water and submerge the shoes until they are completely submerged. Soak for at least 6 hours.
Rub the stain with your thumb occasionally to help remove the paint while soaking it
Step 7. Rinse the shoes with cold water
After that, let the shoes air outside if possible. The paint stain should be completely gone by now.
After washing and drying, canvas shoes may be a little tight when worn. Don't worry because the fabric will stretch again after many uses
Method 4 of 4: Removing Dry Oil Paint Stains
Step 1. Use a brush to remove excess paint
Use a coarse-bristled brush or an old toothbrush to remove excess paint that has dried. To treat smaller stains, you can use your fingernail to remove the dried clumps of paint. Once the top coat of dry paint is removed, you can deal with any paint stains seeping into the fabric underneath. This method is also more effective and faster for cleaning larger paint stains.
Step 2. Pour paint thinner on the stain
Hold the shoe over the bucket or tub so that the dripping paint thinner doesn't spread all over the place. Slowly pour in the paint thinner so that it forms a small stream over the stain.
Make sure you use a paint thinner that is appropriate for the type of paint staining the shoe. Also, don't forget to read the instructions on the paint thinner's packaging to find out how to use it
Step 3. Scrape off the softened paint
The paint will soften after applying paint thinner and you can use a dull knife to scrape it off. The paint will lift off the shoe. You will see a light coat of paint seeping through the fabric underneath. However, most stains have at least been removed.
Step 4. Place a dry cloth over the stain on the outside of the shoe
You can use some old, unused paper towels or dishcloths. Spread the napkin on a flat surface, then place the shoe on it with the stained side facing down.
Step 5. Apply a small amount of turpentine to the inside of the shoe, behind the stained area
Pour the turpentine on an old sponge or washcloth, and rub it into the inside of the shoe. Hold the shoe with one hand as you rub the inside of the stained area. The paint will start to peel off and transfer to the dry napkin you placed outside the shoe.
- Don't forget to wear rubber gloves when using turpentine.
- Replace any dry napkins you put outside your shoes whenever the fabric becomes wet with turpentine. In addition, the paint will also begin to transfer to the napkin.
- Repeat this procedure until the stain is completely gone. Continue to scrub the inside of the stain with the turpentine sponge. Rub vigorously until the turpentine starts to work.
Step 6. Scrub the stain with a dry cloth and detergent
Dab the detergent on a dry paper towel or old rag. Rub the outside of the stained shoe with this dry napkin. This step will help remove any paint residue that is still on the shoe.
Step 7. Soak the shoes in hot water overnight
Use a bucket or sink. Fill a bucket with hot water and submerge the shoes until they are completely submerged. Soak for at least 6 hours.
Rub the stain with your thumb occasionally to help remove the paint while soaking it
Step 8. Rinse the shoes with cold water
After that, let the shoes air outside if possible. The paint stain should be completely gone by now.
