[header] How to remove paint from concrete [title] Prepare the concrete surface. [step] Use a broom or shop vacuum to remove all dirt or debris. If possible, remove any loose paint from concrete with a scraper or brush. 
[title] Apply a chemical paint stripper to the concrete surface. [step] The type of stripper you should use depends on the type of paint you are trying to remove, such as water-based or oil-based paint.