Stripping paint on cabinet doors
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Gail
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How can I easily strip paint off of my cabinet doors? I have to do it indoors and don't want the smell of paint stripper. I also used a handmade paint on them that contains food coloring, I know my bad.
4 answers
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That's a good question. I can only guess. I used vinegar to melt away paint and plaster of Paris from a vintage mirror frame. I put vinegar on some rags and laid them on top of the frame, then came back and peeled the residue off. That's worth a try, esp. if you can take the cabinet doors off and lay them flat, and let the vinegar saturate them. Vinegar is miraculous on many jobs. That's what I would try in lieu of that smelly stripper indoors. Also, I hope you have a little sander. That was one of the best investments I ever made. I have used the super gritty sandpaper on this type of job, but it's still difficult. Wear a mask. Also, you didn't say what type of paint is on your doors. If it's oil based, that could be challenging indeed. Best wishes. Jan
Janet koons
on Nov 09, 2015
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If you are going to repaint use chalk paint, won't need stripping ) And you can make your own chalk paint, cheap ) then shabby it
Jacqui Kerr
on Nov 09, 2015
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Try using Citristrip it is safe for indoor use.Home Improvement centers should carry this product.
Janet Pizaro
on Nov 09, 2015
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I agree with Janet and would recommend CitriStrip brand stripper. It's nice that it's biodegradable and smells much better than other strippers, but still highly recommend wearing protective gear, including chemical use gloves, eye protective glasses and a respirator to protect your health.
Z
on Nov 09, 2015
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