Avoid using liquid paint strippers, both solvent-type as well as alkali-type. If not completely cleaned, any of its remnants on the wood surface can attack and damage its organic fibres and / or the subsequently applied coat of paint too. They are excellent for metal surfaces (except: alkaline ones not for aluminium surfaces).
For paint on wood, the preferred method is a judicious use of a heat gun followed by scraping. A solvent-based stripper can be used sparingly and cautiously, if at all. The heat destroys and lifts the paint film and lifts it in blisters. Avoid charring the wood.
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Citristrip is my preferred product, you will still need to do a light sanding for best end results. Working on a project right now . . .
Hi, Citistrip does work pretty good! Here's a how to video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZJE9LA3vPK8
Good luck!
Thank you for the video that helps a lot :)
I agree, citristrip is the best
Avoid using liquid paint strippers, both solvent-type as well as alkali-type. If not completely cleaned, any of its remnants on the wood surface can attack and damage its organic fibres and / or the subsequently applied coat of paint too. They are excellent for metal surfaces (except: alkaline ones not for aluminium surfaces).
For paint on wood, the preferred method is a judicious use of a heat gun followed by scraping. A solvent-based stripper can be used sparingly and cautiously, if at all. The heat destroys and lifts the paint film and lifts it in blisters. Avoid charring the wood.