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Cleaning Up:  Stripping 200 layers of paint from antique table  |
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FebruaryViolet
True Blue Farmgirl
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Jonni
Elsmere
Kentucky
USA
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 Posted - Jan 05 2011 : 05:58:53 AM
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I'm sure it's not REALLY 200, but it's darn close! 
It's an antique drop leaf kitchen table that I found in my Great Aunt's basement--she had been using it for laundry folding. Currently, it's white (and super beat up), but underneath that, there is yellow, red and even a green that I can see.
Underneath that, is gorgeous cherry wood. The table is very sturdy and has spindle legs...which brings me to the question:
What is the most effective way to remove layers of paint, even from crevices? And, for those of you who have refinished wood furniture--what's the best products you've found?
This is another piece of the puzzle to the kichen reno--this will be our kitchen table. If I'm gunshy about the finishing, I'll simply paint it again, but I need some guidance!
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SherBear
True Blue Farmgirl
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Sherri
Mukwonago
Wi
USA
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Posted - Jan 05 2011 : 07:06:15 AM
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When we decided to strip and refinish the built in bookshelf/aquarium/cubbyhole that we have, we used 'Citristrip' It's a gel that is better than the real harsh stripping agents. (or so the label says-I was just happy my husband came home with this one, I was worried I'd have to move out for a week with the nasty smell of paint thinner in my house!) It worked pretty well for us, however we had so many layers to remove on the frame that's built into the wall (white+green+blue+yellow+lavendar+a layer of Kilz inbetween each!) that we gave up on the shelves and had a friend build us a new set that we stained the same color as the frame once it was all clean.
It is easy though, you just spread it on, I think we used a mix of paintbrushes and those foam painting pads, leave it sit for 30 minutes to 24 hours & scrape off with a plastic scraper. You can also use citristrip liquid or odorless mineral spirits to help get off some of the residue (I don't remember what we used!) If it's being stubborn you can use sandpaper, toothpicks or toothbrushes to remove leftovers and get the cracks and crevices clean.
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gramadinah
True Blue Farmgirl
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Diana
Orofino
ID
USA
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Posted - Jan 05 2011 : 07:18:36 AM
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With that much paint you will never get it to the bare wood with out a professional dipping. If that is what you want. But if you are just going to paint again the citristrip will work to get some off.
Diana
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FebruaryViolet
True Blue Farmgirl
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Jonni
Elsmere
Kentucky
USA
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Posted - Jan 05 2011 : 07:57:52 AM
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@Diana--
That's what my mil thought, too. I'm just thinking it might be nice to get it back to it's original hay-day. But if it doesn't work, then painting it will be fine.
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nubidane
True Blue Farmgirl
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Lisa
Georgetown
OH
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Posted - Jan 05 2011 : 09:21:31 AM
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Jonni
I had some chairs with much detail on the legs. I tried everything, about 3 different stripping agents. Finally I gave to my hubby's friend on the West side. He dipped them & they came out so clean, only to find out the wood was a punky type..so I ended up painting again. So I agree with Diane too.
Did you decide on a kitchen color? I saw one in Sherwin WIlliams palette called parakeet that I think woould work well with your yellows & also your new floor. |
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FebruaryViolet
True Blue Farmgirl
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Jonni
Elsmere
Kentucky
USA
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Posted - Jan 05 2011 : 09:24:11 AM
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I'm going to try to diy it first, then see what the heck happens. It might not be nearly as bad as I thought, but it does seem like there are at least 4 layers of paint.
I'm really struggling with the "color" thing, Lisa. It kept me up all night. I'm not nearly as adventurous as I thought--I guess I could do color on one wall, but that just seems like such a waste to me and I've never been really interested in that whole "color spectrum" thing of 4 colors in a room or whatever.
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Nancy Gartenman
True Blue Farmgirl
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Nancy
West Seneca
New York
USA
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Posted - Jan 05 2011 : 09:59:29 AM
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JONNI,
Google"Kitchen Colors OF THE 1920'S" The thrid entry down looked interesting, even had a picture of your new floor or one like it.
Nancy Jo
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Alee
True Blue Farmgirl
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Alee
Worland
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USA
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Posted - Jan 05 2011 : 11:14:50 AM
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Jonni- I always think a nice white kitchen is so nice- kindof like a blank palette for your baking and cooking ideas. I also think a pretty colored trim like a soft blue or butter yellow would add a little accent but that's just me. I like colors in other rooms but for some reason I always think the kitchen should be white, airy and light. Maybe it is just easier to clean white too! LOL
Alee
Farmgirl Sister #8
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FebruaryViolet
True Blue Farmgirl
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Jonni
Elsmere
Kentucky
USA
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Posted - Jan 05 2011 : 1:22:49 PM
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I like white, too, Alee, but my cabinets are white and so is my countertop. I think I need something to break all that "clean" up :) I did find a paint at Porter Paints today that I like. Will take the swatch home and see. Justin said, "he just wants me to be happy", so I'm not going to agonize over not being exotic!
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nubidane
True Blue Farmgirl
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Lisa
Georgetown
OH
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Posted - Jan 05 2011 : 1:26:41 PM
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Whatever you pick, it will be OK! & just remember (as Pam says), a new look is only a gallon away!
Pam changes her room colors with each season it seems! |
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FebruaryViolet
True Blue Farmgirl
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Jonni
Elsmere
Kentucky
USA
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msdoolittle
True Blue Farmgirl
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Amanda
East Texas
USA
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Posted - Jan 05 2011 : 1:57:11 PM
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I have heard that the environmentally friendly strippers just don't work as well as the other ones. We have Kutzit at the house, but I haven't used it yet. Though, I am preparing to do so (with heavy gloves and eye protection!) with an antique sewing cabinet whose finish is destroyed. I am going to just strip it back to the wood then figure out the best way to seal and and then wax it.
We have a Silent Paint Remover, which uses infrared heat to remove many layers of paint. It is somewhat similar to a heat gun, but not as dangerous to use. We used it on our 100+ year old house, and it does GREAT. Of course, they're about 400 bucks, so it's not like you'd run out and buy one for a table!
FarmGirl #1390
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