How to Get Paint Off Cast-Iron Floor Grates

Cast-iron floor grates add charm to any home, but when they are decorated with paint splatters, this tends to diminish the aesthetic appeal. Although cast iron is durable, it can become damaged if cleaned improperly. Use the right method for removing paint from cast iron to get the stains off without damaging the floor grates in the process.

Plastic paint scraper
Wire brush
Rags
Paint stripper
Tape
Plastic wrap
Dish soap

Instructions

- 1
  Scrape the paint from the grates with a plastic paint scraper. Run the scraper smoothly over the cast iron to chip away as much of the paint as possible.
- 2
  Scrub the cast-iron grates with a wire brush to further remove the paint. Run the brush back and forth briskly over the surface.
- 3
  Moisten a clean rag with paint stripper if any paint remains. Dab the paint stripper onto the cast-iron grates.
- 4
  Tape a piece of plastic wrap over the paint spots so the stripper does not evaporate too quickly. Allow the stripper to remain on the surface for at least 30 minutes.
- 5
  Take the plastic off and scrape the softened paint with the paint scraper. Wash the cast-iron floor grates with a clean rag and warm, soapy water. Rinse with clean water and dry thoroughly.

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