I’m refinishing my porch ceiling. How do I remove old stubborn paint
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Annie
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Citristrip a non-toxic paint remover
Burn it off or use a chemical stripper........
It is not really necessary to remove all the old paint, only what is flaking and loose. Hose off ceiling and let dry, then apply your new coat of paint. This is a porch ceiling that was repainted without removing old paint.
I wouldn't remove the paint unless it was in bad shape.
I can't remember the name but it is a Benjamin Moore paint. If I can find old can I will post it, as we just used this same color.
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Citristrip or a sander.
You don't need to remove all the paint, just scrape well and perhaps sand a bit of the ceiling where it feels or looks rough. I'd recommend a stain-blocking primer, then a couple of coats of paint for the best look and future wear.
Could you lightly sand and paint over it?