Whether it’s renovating kitchen furniture or restoring the shine to your tiles, certain stripping methods are likely to give you professional results. With detailed advice, essential tools and suitable methods (natural, chemical or mechanical), stripping becomes accessible to all DIY and renovation enthusiasts.
Stripping paint with natural solutions
If you want to strip paint using natural products, mixing baking soda and white vinegar is an optimal solution. This duo acts gently, preserves the integrity of the wood while eliminating layers of paint. Apply this mixture, leave to act for 10 minutes, then rub vigorously. An ideal alternative on light coats, this process leaves the wood ready to be enhanced.
Stripping paint chemically
Chemical stripping is recommended on large surfaces or those with intricate details. It is a quick and suitable method for stain, varnish, paint, putty or coating surfaces. Before your work, cover your floor with a tarpaulin and protect yourself against the product by wearing a mask and gloves. The stripping product is applied from bottom to top and in small areas, without forgetting the corners.
Mechanical stripping to remove paint
Mechanical stripping is an economical option for small surfaces, especially those made of wood. It is also an ecological method since no harmful products are used. However, it requires more time. To apply it, equip yourself with the essential tools: abrasive paper and an electric sander (or a sanding block). On the practical side, you have to sand your surface and then rub the grain paper on it. Not to mention cleaning the wood at the end.