How to get paint off patio slabs

Question

There is decking paint that's on the slabs from where the previous owner has done a poor DIY job. Is there a low-effort way of getting the paint off so it looks better? Doesn't have to be perfect, but it's an eyesore right now

Jay · Accepted Answer

Hi it really all depends on the kind of slabs and type of paint but a good paint remover should get most paint off although be careful as depending on the patio slabs materials it could cause staining

David · Answer

It depends on the paint, but if it’s oil based, you could try burning off if it’s a water-based Fencing stain It may be more tricky, You could try just soap of water.

Willie · Answer

Power washing the slabs would be the best option to try to remove the decking paint

Iain · Answer

Brick acid patio cleaner is perfect way to clean it off and a Jetwash down (any household Jetwash will do the trick) just make sure to leave the acid on long enough to work but not to long it starts to damage the patio

Ben · Answer

You can use any of the following Jet wash or paint stripper or a wire brush

James · Answer

If you have a powerful pressure washer this can definitely remove outdoor paints, if they are slab paints they they are pretty tough even if the job looks terrible it may be difficult to remove. Also paint flakes are awful for sticking to everything and are troublesome to get off. Dry methods would be a wire brush on a long handle to save the back and contain the spoils that come off. Alternatives could be repaint it with a dark colour. Light coloured painted flooring in gardens are a waste of time. Constantly dirty. If you think outside the box maybe a layer of chippings if you have 3 to 4 inches clearance around the edges. Remember to raise any flat edges or drains with a single course of bricks you dont have to be a pro to get really nice results with a landscaping adhesive. Also if its slabs below you know the weeds aren't coming through.

Unfortunately to this is not an easy fix to remove. But decorating or covering it could go along way with far less money and effort spent.  Good luck 👍

Stephen · Answer

Jet washer most likely but all depends on the type of paint and type of slabs

Thomas · Answer

Apply paint remover or user a pressure washer recommendations I use both

Adam · Answer

Jetwash and bleach and a scrubbing brush let the bleach settle once scrubbed and leave for an hour the wash off

John · Answer

Hi. Paint remover. Hot air gun and a wire brush. Tackle it slowly or it could leave a stain or mark of you use hard pointed tools

How to get paint off patio slabs

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