How to Cover Up Graffiti

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Get a stain-blocking primer so the graffiti doesn't soak through.. Choose a glossy enamel paint to resist future graffiti.. Match the new paint with the old base color if it's dark.

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Get a stain-blocking primer so the graffiti doesn't soak through.

Step 1

Get a stain-blocking primer so the graffiti doesn't soak through.

2

Choose a glossy enamel paint to resist future graffiti.

Step 2

Choose a glossy enamel paint to resist future graffiti.

3

Match the new paint with the old base color if it's dark.

Step 3

Match the new paint with the old base color if it's dark.

4

Switch to a darker paint if the current color is tan or white.

Step 4

Switch to a darker paint if the current color is tan or white.

5

Buy an extra can in case you have to cover more graffiti in the future.

Step 5

Buy an extra can in case you have to cover more graffiti in the future.

6

Clean the surface with water and soap.

Step 6

Clean the surface with water and soap.

7

Prime the area so the graffiti doesn't show through the new paint.

Step 7

Prime the area so the graffiti doesn't show through the new paint.

8

Cover the graffiti section if you can match the colors perfectly.

Step 8

Cover the graffiti section if you can match the colors perfectly.

9

Repaint the entire area if you're using a new color.

Step 9

Repaint the entire area if you're using a new color.

10

Apply an additional coat if the graffiti is still visible.

Step 10

Apply an additional coat if the graffiti is still visible.

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