Gloss Paint

09-21-2005, 10:13 AM	#1
Just The One Newbie   Join Date: Sep 2005 Posts: 3	Gloss Paint What is the best way to get gloss paint off a solid door (Front Door). I have considered taking it off and getting it dipped but there is the whole surround either side that need to be stripped also. Tried a blow torch but afraid of damaging/scorching the wood.

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09-21-2005, 11:22 AM	#2
Humble Abode Painting Contractor     Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Milwaukee, WI Posts: 54	Gloss Paint Quote: Originally Posted by Just The One What is the best way to get gloss paint off a solid door (Front Door). I have considered taking it off and getting it dipped but there is the whole surround either side that need to be stripped also. Tried a blow torch but afraid of damaging/scorching the wood. Chemical paint stripper is the way to go. Make sure you follow the directions and warnings on the back. __________________ Bliss is a fresh piece of sandpaper. To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 posts.

09-21-2005, 01:00 PM	#3
slickshift Tired, Cold, and Damp     Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Cape Cod Posts: 3,089	Gloss Paint I have used the torch method I have also used the chemical method I strongly recommend the chemical method