How To Get Paint Off Of Wood Floor

There are a few different ways to remove paint from a wood floor, depending on the type of paint and the finish on the floor. Here are a few of the most common methods:

For latex paint on a sealed floor:

Scrape off as much of the paint as possible with a putty knife or razor blade.
Apply a commercial paint stripper to the remaining paint and let it sit for the amount of time specified on the product label.
Use a scrub brush to remove the softened paint.
Rinse the floor with clean water and dry it thoroughly.

For oil-based paint on a sealed floor:

Apply a commercial paint stripper to the paint and let it sit for the amount of time specified on the product label.
Use a scrub brush to remove the softened paint.
Rinse the floor with clean water and dry it thoroughly.

For paint on an unsealed floor:

Scrape off as much of the paint as possible with a putty knife or razor blade.
Use a chemical stripper to remove the remaining paint. Follow the directions on the product label carefully.
Rinse the floor with clean water and dry it thoroughly.

Tips:

Always test the paint stripper in an inconspicuous area first to make sure it does not damage the finish on the floor.
Wear gloves and eye protection when using paint stripper.
Ventilate the area well when using paint stripper.
If the paint is thick or heavily caked on, you may need to repeat the stripping process.
Once the paint has been removed, you may need to refinish the floor to restore its original appearance.