Top 28 Stripping Projects

1. 1. Paint-Stripper Basics

   Whether it's removing paint from baseboards and trim, or removing the varnish from furniture, chemical strippers can help you do the jo...

2. 2. Professional Refinishing Tips (03:38)

   

   Learn time-saving techniques and clean-up tricks for stripping projects.

3. 3. Stripping Away Old Finishes (06:08)

   

   Everything you need to know about stripping furniture.

4. 4. Using an Environmentally Friendly Paint Stripper

   DIY experts discuss environmentally friendly paint strippers, which take a little longer to do the job but are safer for the user and t...

5. 5. Chemical Furniture Strippers (06:13)

   

   Learn techniques for stripping finishes with methylene chloride.

6. 6. Winterizing Doors (03:53)

   

   Add weather stripping to keep cold drafts from blasting your home.

7. 7. Stripping Wicker and Metal (03:41)

   

   Strip away layers of built-up paint on wicker and old metal furniture

8. 8. Window Maintenance Manual (02:01)

   

   Keep your windows clean and well-maintained with these simple strategies.

9. 9. How to Remove Texture from the Wall

   

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   Learn how to properly remove texture from the wall and then smooth out the rough spots with dry wall.

   Time:

   Weekend

   Cost:

   $50 - $100

   Difficulty:

   Moderate

10. 10. Staining a Banister (01:00)

    

    Here are the DIY Basics on staining a banister.

11. 11. How to Remove Paint Using Chemicals

    

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    Chemical strippers can make paint removal easier, but it's essential that you follow proper procedures and take safety precautions.

    Time:

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    Cost:

    $1 - $50

    Difficulty:

    Easy

12. 12. Best Electrical Wire Stripper (00:55)

    

    Take a look at a great wire stripping tool that is a snap to use.

13. 13. Infrared Paint Stripper

    DIY Network makes stripping paint easy with an infrared paint stripper that softens paint for a quick and painless removal.

14. 14. Stripping Paint (02:54)

    

    Brad Staggs reveals how easy it is to strip paint off an old door knob.

15. 15. Stripping Cabinets (01:18)

    

    Jenny and Cave Wilson give advice on how to strip cabinets.