Method and agent for removing graffiti

Method for removing paints characterized as graffiti, especially spray paints and similar sprayable agents having intense coloration, which are ordinarily illegally applied using spray cans to building surfaces, bridges, advertising posters and similar background surfaces, and frequently include recurring symbols that are intended to serve as the “signature” of the sprayer, characterized in that the surface to be cleaned is moistened with water and, after a short drying period, a gel-like compound comprised of solvents and surface-active agents is applied to the graffiti, covering the unwanted markings, in that the compound is allowed to dry for a period of interaction that is chosen based upon the specific background surface, wherein the compound is rubbed in to the soiled surface at least for a time during the period of interaction, using auxiliary agents, so that, after the previously established period of interaction, it can be washed off of the soiled surface, along with the dissolved graffiti.