# Removing Latex Paint From Recessed Brass-Plated Door Handles
Nothing spoils the look of elegant door hardware more than a sloppy paint job and the splatters that remain behind. If your brass-plated handles are marred by latex paint, and recessed so that they are hard to remove, carefully clean them in place to keep the finish from becoming damaged or discolored. Paint stripper and brass polish, along with a little elbow grease, should do the trick.
Things You'll Need
- Plastic sheeting
- Soft toothbrush
- Paint stripper
- Paper towels
- Rags
- Brass polish
Instructions
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Lay plastic sheeting on the floor below the door to protect it from the cleaning agent.
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Moisten a soft toothbrush with paint stripper. Scrub the stripper onto the paint spots.
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Wait 15 minutes for the stripper to soften the paint. Scrub the paint again with the toothbrush to remove it. If the paint spots are stubborn, scrub gently with a fine steel wool pad.
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Soak a paper towel with paint stripper if any of the paint remains. Lay the paper towel over the paint spot and leave it there for 15 minutes. Scrub with the toothbrush until the paint is gone.
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Wipe the brass with a damp rag to remove any residue. Dry with a clean, soft rag.
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