Flat Paint

• 1). Wet a clean, soft cloth thoroughly with warm water and wring it out until it is almost dry.
  
  
• 2). Rub the cloth over the area of the wall covered with hairspray. Be careful not to press too hard as you can rub away the paint.
  
  
• 3). Repeat until the hairspray is completely removed. You may need to dampen the cloth several times to completely remove the hairspray.
  
  

Other Paint Finishes

• 1). Mix one part liquid fabric softener and two parts water in a spray bottle.
  
  
• 2). Shake well to combine and spray the mixture directly onto the hairspray covered wall. Let the solution sit for a few seconds to let it begin to work.
  
  
• 3). Wipe the area gently with a clean cloth and continue until the hairspray is completely removed.
  
  
• 4). Dampen another cloth in water and rub it over the area to remove any fabric softener residue.