Best cleaning product for removing spray paint from exterior brick?

May 10, 2023 6:16 PM

What is the best, most effective product for cleaning a brick wall which has recently been vandalized with spray paint?
posted by storybored to Home & Garden (3 answers total)

World’s Best Graffiti Removal System has a range of products for removing graffiti from all types of surfaces, as well as protective coatings you can apply to make removal easier in the future.
posted by jimw at 7:38 PM on May 10, 2023 [1 favorite]

If you can get this product in your area, give it a try. It's pretty mild, but wear gloves just because.

https://hg.eu/uk/products/hg-graffiti-remover

Brick is the worst, but I had reasonable success with it and a wire brush. Flush with water periodically to check your progress, and start in an inconspicuous spot to make sure the brush work doesn't cause too much damage.
posted by Tunierikson at 12:17 AM on May 11, 2023 [1 favorite]

I work for a preservation-focused architecture firm and we often spec Prosoco products. Here's their line of graffiti removal products.
posted by Preserver at 8:56 AM on May 15, 2023