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Summary
There are dangers associated with the strong compounds
used by chemical strippers. Read the following steps
before use:
1 Safety notice
2 Applying the paint stripper
3 Removing the paint
Tools
Paintbrush, Broad Bladed Scraper, Shave Hook.
Materials
Chemical Stripper.
Step 1 - Safety notice
Since the 1960s manufacturers have gradually reduced
the amount of lead in paint. While stripping old
paint , however, there is a real danger of inhaling
the lead. Using chemical strippers is the easiest
method for the beginner to master. Always use protective
clothing when stripping paint - use rubber gloves when
using a chemical paint stripper.
Step 2 - Applying the chemical stripper
Read all the manufacturerÆs instruction and adhere to the
safety precautions detailed. Use an old paintbrush to
apply the chemicals. Wait for the required period as per
the manufacturerÆs instructions. If there are quite a few
layers of paint more than one application may be needed.
The second application should be applied after the first
layers have been removed.
Step 3 - Removing Paint
Once the paint has bubbled up use a broad bladed scraper
to remove it; for moldings use a shave hook. Cover the
area around your work area with multiple layers of
newspaper because the paint shavings will be soft and
sticky and contain the chemical residue from the paint
stripper, which is often hazardous.