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Imogen Williams

How To Get Paint Off Windows — Tricks Expert Painters Use for a Better Finish That Won't Damage Glass

A window seat in a bedroom.

If you've ever done a DIY paint job, you'll know that it's not always as plain sailing, or neat and tidy, as the tutorials make it look. Paint trends are everywhere and might well be tempting you to give one of your rooms a make-over. Learning how to paint a room yourself is a great skill to master, cutting costs and giving you a sense of accomplishment. But just like kids at a craft table, it can get pretty messy.

Now and again, paint can have a mind of its own, ending up in places you really don't want it. DIY aficionados and novices alike often ending up accidentally brushing paint on the windows when giving a room a colour refresh. If this happens to you, there's no need to panic. I spoke to a painting expert to find out the best ways to remove paint from windows.

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