Abstract: A device for separating paint overspray from the air of painting cubicles that is laden with overspray has in a housing at least one separating element, the surface of which is electrically conductive and is connected to one terminal of a high-voltage source. The separating element is assigned an electrode arrangement, which is connected to the other terminal of the high-voltage source. The air of the cubicle is made to flow past the separating element and the electrode arrangement in such a way that the overspray particles are colonized and deposited on the surface of the separating element. The separating element is moved continuously or intermittently, wherein a wiping device wipes off the overspray that is on the surface of the separating element. This can then be carried away by a suitable transporting device for disposal or re-use.