How to Remove White Paint Stains From a Black Granite Kitchen Sink

When an accidental paint splatters or drips leave you with white paint stains on your black granite kitchen sink, don't panic. Latex and acrylic paints usually do not stain and should clean right up. Oil-based paints will stain, but you should be able to remedy the problem without major chemical or professional treatments. As with any stain, the quicker you get to the stain, the better your chances of removing it completely.

What You'll Need:

• Razor blade
• Paper towels
• Baking soda
• Plastic scraper
• Plastic wrap
• Tape
• Soft cloth

1. Blot the stain with a paper towel if the paint is still fresh to remove it. Scrape paint off the kitchen carefully with a razor blade if it has dried. Wipe up paint flakes with a damp paper towel.
2. Wet the area, and then create a poultice of equal parts baking soda and water; use more baking soda if needed to create a thick paste. Apply a 1/4- to 1/2-inch-thick poultice. Spread the poultice evenly over the stained area with a plastic scraper tool.
3. Cover the poultice with plastic wrap and tape down the edges. Allow the poultice to stand for 24 to 48 hours, depending on the severity of the stain.
4. Remove the plastic wrap and rinse the area thoroughly. Buff the area with a soft cloth. Repeat the process if the stain has not lifted completely.

Warnings:

• Avoid using flame tools or acid products, such as lemon juice and white vinegar, to remove paint stains on granite.
• Wear goggles and a dust mask if working with a solvent to remove paint stains. Keep windows and doors open as well to circulate the air.
• Avoid using heavy-duty paint strippers to remove paint stains, especially if they are small. Paint strippers will break down the granite surface and you will have to re-polish the stone.
• Refrain from rubbing the paint stains.

Tips:

• Create a poultice of equal parts mineral spirits and poultice materials, such as fuller's earth, diatomaceous earth, talc or powdered chalk as an alternative cleaning solution for oil-based paint stains.

Source: HomeGuides.sfgate.com