Download ArticleDownload ArticleThis article was co-authored by Katherine Tlapa. Katherine Tlapa is an interior designer, currently working as a Design Specialist for Modsy, a design service based in San Francisco. She also runs her own DIY Home Design blog, My Eclectic Grace. She received her BFA in Interior Architecture from Ohio University in 2016.
There are 7 references cited in this article, which can be found at the bottom of the page.
This article has been viewed 128,425 times.
When removing hair dye from your walls, you will get the best results if you work when the stain is fresh. Rubbing alcohol may remove hair dye from your walls. Alternatively, because nail polish remover contains acetone, it may remove the stain if the alcohol cannot. Additionally, try using the Mr. Clean Magic Eraser to remove hair dye stains from your walls.[1] If either of these strategies strips the paint from your wall, then you may need to repaint your wall.
Steps
Test the alcohol on a small area. Wet a cotton ball with alcohol and rub it on an inconspicuous spot on the wall, first. Check for stains, discoloration, or residue. If the alcohol produces any unwanted affects, then try a different method.[2]- You should always test products and solutions on small, hidden areas first before using them on larger surfaces to avoid unwanted effects.
Dampen a clean, white cloth with the alcohol. Hold the cloth with your finger on top of the bottle’s opening. In a quick motion, turn the bottle upside down then right side up again to dampen the cloth. Then gently rub the cloth over the stain in a circular motion. Once the stain begins to transfer to the cloth, use a different area of the cloth to finish cleaning the stain.[3]- Alternatively, you can use nail polish remover if the rubbing alcohol does not work. Just remember to wipe the area clean with water before applying the nail polish remover onto the stain.[4]
Advertisement
Wipe the area clean with a towel. Use a wet towel to remove the rubbing alcohol from the wall once the stain is gone. Then use a clean, dry towel to dry the area.
Wet the eraser under running water. Squeeze the eraser to remove any excess water before applying it to the hair dye stain.[5]- Remember to test the eraser on a small, hidden area first before applying it to larger surfaces.
Scrub the area in a circular motion. Make sure to scrub the stain gently. However, if the stain is not coming out, you may scrub harder. If the eraser becomes dry, re-wet it and keep scrubbing until the hair dye stain is removed.[6]
Use a clean towel to dry the spot. Wipe a clean, dry towel over the area. If you want, you can clean the area first with a wet towel before drying it.
Sand the wall. Use fine-grit, 120 sandpaper to sand the area. Working from the top to the bottom, sand the area in a horizontal motion, i.e., parallel to the ceiling and baseboard.- Use a sanding pole to sand large areas like an entire wall.
- To avoid a patchy appearance, you may want to sand, prime, and repaint the whole wall.
Wipe the surface with a clean, wet cloth. The cloth will remove any debris leftover from the sanding. Wipe until all the debris is removed. Then dry the surface with a clean towel, or let it air dry.[7]- You can use a gentle cleanser or plain water to clean your wall.
Apply a coat of primer. Apply the coat with a separate primer brush in a straight up and down motion. You may need to let the primer set for 24 hours, however, it depends on the type of primer you bought. Therefore, make sure to follow the instructions on the bottle.
Re-sand the primer. Do this once the primer is dry. Sand in a horizontal motion until the surface is smooth. Then wipe down the surface again to remove any debris.[8]
Repaint the wall with at least two coats of paint. Dip a clean or new paintbrush into your bucket of paint until one-third of the brush is covered in paint. Tap the brush against the side of the can to remove excess paint. Paint the area in a straight up and down motion.- Let the first coat dry completely before applying a second or third coat.
- When painting the wall, try to paint in full daylight so you can get an even finish.
- You can sand in between paint jobs to get a professional look.
- Apply as many coats as you need until the color you want is achieved.
Community Q&A
- QuestionHow do I get dye out of the sink?
Community AnswerTry using rubbing alcohol, bleach, and/or vinegar.
Tips
- Try to remove hair dye stains as soon as possible. The quicker you act, the easier it will be to remove.Thanks
References
- ↑ https://household-tips.thefuntimesguide.com/magic_erasers/
- ↑ http://www.stain-removal-101.com/how-to-remove-hair-dye.html
- ↑ http://www.stain-removal-101.com/how-to-remove-hair-dye.html
- ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_7iO9ZEJ1Qk
- ↑ http://www.mrclean.com/en-us/shop-products/magic-erasers/magic-eraser-original
- ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hCqBinGmOmo
- ↑ http://lifehacker.com/whats-the-best-way-to-repaint-already-painted-walls-677680468
- ↑ http://www.popularmechanics.com/home/interior-projects/how-to/g151/13-painting-secrets-the-pros-wont-tell-you/
About This Article
The best way to remove hair dye from a wall is to clean it off as soon as you can. Try using rubbing alcohol to remove the hair dye. Just dip a clean, white cloth in rubbing alcohol and wipe the stain with it. You can also use nail polish remover instead of rubbing alcohol. Another option is using a magic eraser. Soak the eraser under running water and squeeze it well to remove the excess water. Then, scrub the hair dye in a circular motion to remove it. To learn how to repaint your wall to cover up hair dye, keep reading!
Reader Success Stories
"I got some hair dye on the wall, googled how to remove it and this popped up. I tried the nail polish remover and it worked beautifully. Thank you!"..." more
Did this article help you?
⚠️ Disclaimer:
Content from Wiki How English language website. Text is available under the Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike License; additional terms may apply.
Wiki How does not encourage the violation of any laws, and cannot be responsible for any violations of such laws, should you link to this domain, or use, reproduce, or republish the information contained herein.
- - A few of these subjects are frequently censored by educational, governmental, corporate, parental and other filtering schemes.
- - Some articles may contain names, images, artworks or descriptions of events that some cultures restrict access to
- - Please note: Wiki How does not give you opinion about the law, or advice about medical. If you need specific advice (for example, medical, legal, financial or risk management), please seek a professional who is licensed or knowledgeable in that area.
- - Readers should not judge the importance of topics based on their coverage on Wiki How, nor think a topic is important just because it is the subject of a Wiki article.
