Remove graffiti

Overview

The City offers free quarts of graffiti removal solvent at all Minneapolis fire stations.

The solvent works well on most unpainted surfaces such as brick and stucco.

For best results, follow these tips:

Apply the remover and let it soak in to the surface. Scrub with a vinyl or wire brush and rinse with water.
The solvent is best for removing small amounts of graffiti or graffiti applied with a marker.
Be careful when using the remover on a painted surface. It can remove the original paint.
If possible, it's best to paint over graffiti on painted surfaces.

Graffiti removal is more successful in dry weather. Rain, snow and high humidity can make graffiti removal solvents less effective.

We recommend following these temperature guidelines:

Method	Ideal temperature
Fire station solvent	17 degrees or higher
Other solvents	Most temperatures
Pressure washer	32 degrees or higher to prevent icing
Sandblasting	Any temperature, depending on surface type

Follow manufacturer instructions when using these methods.

Report graffiti online or call 311. If possible, take pictures of the graffiti and send them with your report.

Public Works - Solid Waste & Recycling

Phone

612-673-2789

Address

Eastside Maintenance Facility
2635 University Ave NE

Minneapolis, MN 55418

Office hours

8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Monday – Friday

This building is closed to the public.