If you've ever tried to remove paint from brick, you know that it can be a painstaking process. Depending on the scope of the job, it might take you several hours or several days to complete the work.

Q: Someone sprayed paint on my brick house. I have tried several solvents and a stiff brush, but can’t remove it. Any ideas? A: The best bet is to use a special solvent designed to remove painted ...

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Q: Is there a way to remove, or at least cover up, paint that has gotten onto bricks because of sloppy workmanship? Arlington County, Va. A: Removing paint from bricks — especially the types made for ...

I have a 2o’x25′ brick building with years of paint on it. I used peel away 1 and stripped a 4’x4′ section. The brick underneath looks great. Before I strip the rest I was wondering if anyone has had ...

Tired of ads? Subscribers enjoy a distraction-free reading experience. Click here to subscribe today or Login. Q: How can I remove the moss from my brick walkway? A: Power washing will usually work, ...

Q: We painted our brick fireplace white. But after some use, smoke has stained the brick. What’s the best way to clean it? A: Soot is mostly carbon particles, but it often has a greasy nature that ...

Q How can paint be removed from exterior brick? My daughter and her husband bought a century home and want to restore the exterior. A Besides aesthetics, there’s a practical reason for removing paint ...