I hate cleaning my stencils. They usually tear or bend, so unless it’s really clogged or heavy with paint, I just gently wipe off while wet, and that’s it. Some stencils, like these pictured from the day care center job, I use repeatedly, so I do need to make the effort to clean. Over the years I’ve tried several methods, but I can’t say any of the methods really worked great. Then, a few weeks ago when I was doing that Beacon Hill ceiling job, Stacy had a product called Krud Kutter with her that we used to clean our trowels. It worked so well, I immediately thought I should try it on my stencils. I found this product at my local Home Depot. What I like about it is a) it actually works and b)it has no strong odor to take my breath away, such as Simple Green.
Carol, Dawn Power Dissolver is also great at removing paint from stencils.
Cleaning stencils was always my LEAST favorite part of this wonderful art form!
Maria, I have been told that Dawn Power Dissolver is great, but I have been unable to find it anywhere in my area! I found their regular dish washing det., but it did not work.
wow .. fantastic work!
I spray my with glass cleaner and let it sit. Then take a plastic ruler, or a pampered chef scraper and rub as much as I can off. Then wash off with soap and water. Also hand santitizer works pretty well also. I am always searching for new ways to make the job easier. Krud Kutter is on my shopping list. I still hate washing stencils too!