How To Strip Wood

Do not brush over areas that have already been covered by paint stripper.

How to strip wood. To remove it dampen a soft fine-grade steel-wool pad with more paint stripper and rub it against the wood following the wood grain then wipe off the softened stain with a rag. Once clean wipe the wood with cotton rags. Stripping with chemical compounds is not necessary to remove these finishes.

Its like a paste you paint over the finish on the wood. Scrape off the paint with a plastic scraper and use an abrasive pad and mineral spirits to remove any lingering residue. You can use a stiff cleaning brush with natural bristles or a heavy cleaning sponge to strip wood finishes in grooved areas.

If however you dont plan on repainting the object but prefer instead to show off the wood grain underneath or stain it at most then youre going to have to remove every last drop of old paint. You can in fact simply use an orbital sander to strip furniture especially on wood. Then let it sit for 20 minutes reapplying the stain stripper every few minutes to any spots that look dry.

After 20 minutes scrape it off with a plastic scraper and wipe down the wood with a steel-wool pad dipped in the stripper. Stripping paint or stain off an old piece of furniture can seem daunting. Brush the paint stripper on with a paint brush.

Let the alcohol or thinner work for 5 to 10 seconds and then wipe it off with a rough cloth or with steel wool. Sand the remaining paint lightly to scuff it up and make it easier for the stripper to work on the paint. Use a broad flat paintbrush to apply the chemical thickly and evenly over the surface of the painted wood.

When youre ready to apply the stripping product dip an old paintbrush or roller into it. How to strip furniture of paint stain and sealer spray the desk with Citristrip or any other paint stripper. 30 minutes to 24 hours Removal.