How can I remove dried spray paint from sandstone

last year

The previous owner of my house spray painted furniture outside and the paint has gone on to the sandstone bricks. I have jet washed the walls but the paint is still there.

I would love to be able to remove the paint as it looks rather unsightly.

Does anyone have any helpful advice that could help me please? The paint is red and white.

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Daisy England
last year
Would a wire brush work?
hoppityhops
Original Author
last year
Thanks Daisy, I'm reluctant to try a wire brush as sandstone is quite soft and I wouldn't want to leave scratches in it.
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Daisy England
last year
I did wonder about that.

I asked hubby and he said the sandstone is porous so he doubts you will be able to.
Nate218
last year
You could try a product called Krud Kutter. It removes dried paint.
hoppityhops
Original Author
last year
Thanks for your suggestion Nate218, unfortunately it's not available to buy in the UK, however, I have contacted a manufacturer of a paint remover to see if they can offer any help and I wouldn't have thought of doing this without your suggestion, so thanks again for helping me.
Jo Bloggs
last year
Take a look at www.paintstrippers.com

I have used a product of theirs with excellent results. I think they do a product that you are looking for.

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