How To Clean Up Spilled Paint

Mar 11, 2025

how to clean spilled paint

What To Do After an Industrial Paint Spill

 HazChem Environmental specializes in both hazardous and non-hazardous spill cleanup response.  HazChem Environmental recently responded to a paint spill caused by a pallet being crushed due to double stacking. Approximately 6 gallons of paint were released, contaminating both the pallet and the trailer floor. People often ask how to clean spilled paint. Calling HazChem Environmental to clean up a paint spill is the best option for several reasons:

1. Proper Disposal & Environmental Safety

    • Oil-based paints and some latex paints contain hazardous chemicals that require proper disposal to prevent environmental damage.
    • Professionals follow local regulations for hazardous waste disposal, ensuring no fines or legal issues.

2. Avoids Permanent Staining & Damage

    • Paint can soak into porous surfaces (like carpets, wood, or concrete) if not cleaned up properly.
    • DIY cleanup attempts with the wrong methods may spread the stain or cause surface damage.

3. Specialized Equipment & Techniques

    • Professionals use industrial-grade solvents, absorbents, and pressure-washing tools to remove paint effectively.
    • They can determine the right cleaning agents to avoid damaging the affected surface.

4. Faster & More Effective Cleanup

    • A professional team can remove paint quickly and efficiently, minimizing downtime for businesses.
    • This is especially important for large spills or commercial settings where time is crucial.

5. Health & Safety Concerns

    • Many paints release toxic fumes (especially oil-based ones) that require proper ventilation.
    • Professionals wear protective gear and use the right techniques to minimize health risks.

6. Prevents Liability Issues

    • In business or industrial settings, an improper cleanup could lead to slip hazards or regulatory fines.
    • Hiring professionals ensures compliance with safety regulations.

 

Our Emergency Response Crew is ready to dispatch, and ALWAYS OPEN. We know how to clean up spilled paint safely.

We are always prepared to handle hazardous waste spills effectively. For SUPER-FAST emergency response anywhere, anytime, please contact HazChem Environmental at 630-458-1910. Our hotline operates 24/7/365. Learn more about HazChem Emergency Response Services.

 

paint spill during transport

Upon arrival, our crew held a health and safety meeting before donning Tyvek suits, Nitrile gloves, and dust masks to safely handle the non-regulated paint. Initial photos of the site were taken.

 

 

spilled paint remediation

The damaged containers were placed into a poly-lined 55-gallon OTS drum for disposal. The non-damaged containers were restacked and rewrapped on a cleaned pallet, making it suitable for shipment.

 

paint clean up

To address the spill, the crew applied oil dry to absorb the liquid waste, using brooms, shovels, and scrapers. The saturated oil dry was then collected and placed into the designated waste drum.

drum after paint spill for waste,

After our technicians completed the cleanup, the crew removed their PPE and placed it in the waste drum. The single waste drum was then sealed, properly labeled, and left on-site.

trailer clean after paint spill

Final photos were taken, and remediation was approved.

why choose hazchem

HazChem Prioritizes Prompt & Effective Cleaning Services & Remediation:

Emergency spills present significant environmental and public health hazards, emphasizing the importance of prompt and effective response measures to contain the spills, mitigate its impacts, and prevent further contamination of soil, water, and air. Our HAZMAT cleaning services team is highly qualified and trained particularly for HazMat Emergency Response. We also specialize in hazardous loading dock spills.

HazChem will keep you in compliance with the regulations and help protect you from further liability. With over 30 years in the waste management business, we are trustworthy, safe, reliable, and compliant. Learn more about HazChem Emergency Rapid Response, Chemical Spill Response Services, and Non-Hazardous Waste Disposal.

SUPER-FAST 60-Minute Response Time for any Spill Cleanup Project

We understand the urgent and critical nature of your call for service. Our Emergency Rapid Response Teams are ready, willing, and able to respond quickly to remedy your emergency spill situation. Our Emergency Response Vehicles are pre-loaded with 90% of the equipment needed for any emergency situation. The final 10% will be added for your particular needs. This advance preparation enables us to deploy a HazMat Emergency Team within 60 minutes or less from our facility.

Based upon our clients’ feedback, this is far better than the typical response time from most of our competitors. Their response is usually measured in multiple hours, and sometimes days or even weeks. Our Team is always ready to deploy, 24 hours a day, 365 days per year, rain or shine, including holidays. We do not rely on automated answering systems for our main phone line (630) 458-1910. Instead, we guarantee that a live person will answer your call, regardless of whether it is a weekend, holiday, or any other day.

Compliant. Responsive. Safe.

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