What is a good method of paint removal for stained glass?

Answer by  marxen (9)

The best way to remove paint for stained glass is to use clean wiper soaked in vinegar, also cleaning paint from glass with toothpaste mixed with soda can be good.

Answer by  icrane (61)

As long as paint is latex, Simple Green can be used. If that doesn't work, try rubbing alcohol. If paint is oil based, try mineral spirits.

Answer by  zombieguy (986)

Most commercial solvents that could remove the paint will also damage your glass, so the safest way is a razor blade and a lot of patience! Soygel is a safe, soybean-based paint stripper that could work, but test it on a small corner of the glass first.

Answer by  catysuzgirl2000 (578)

Try a bit of paint stripper on a small patch of the paint, preferably in an inconspicuous spot of the stained glass. If it works, continue with it.

Answer by  sachimo (58)

You can use razor blade to carefully scrape the paint off. Another option is to use 0000 steel wool, but this only works if the paint is not very thick.

Answer by  Rajamal (121)

stained glass can be cleaned with acetone, ethanol, isopropyl alcohol or mineral spirits to remove there deposits. be sure to remove all chemical residue with a nonionic detergent and thoroughly rinse off the residue with clean water.

Answer by  Darlene (194)

Nail polish removeris a good product to use or you can try rubbing achaol. Either one is good to use with a soft cloth or cotton ball.

Answer by  Vanasatchy (816)

The best method forpaint removing for stained glass is use god quality thinner if not petrol. Wipe well with a dry cloth and then with dry newspaper.

Answer by  TheAnswerFairy (2345)

The simplest way to remove paint from any perfectly flat surface like glass is to use a scraper with a single-edged razor blade. Hold the scraper at an angle (about 45 degrees, but the exact angle is not important) to the surface and scrape off the paint.