Top 30 Stripping Projects

1. 1. 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...

2. 2. How to Remove Paint with Chemical Strippers

   

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   Learn how to remove paint from wood by using a chemical stripper or varnish remover.

   Time:

   2 hours

   Cost:

   $1 - $50

   Difficulty:

   Easy to Moderate

3. 3. Stripping Cabinets (01:18)

   

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

4. 4. Protecting Weather Stripping (00:00:23)

   

   Extend the life of the rubber seal around your doors with this easy trick.

5. 5. Infrared Paint Stripper

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

6. 6. Stripping Paint (02:54)

   

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

7. 7. Safety Precautions for Chemical Strippers

   

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   Learn the proper techniques and materials needed to safely remove old finishes from wooden furniture and antiques.

   Time:

   2 hours

   Cost:

   $1 - $50

   Difficulty:

   Easy to Moderate

8. 8. 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

9. 9. Smart Strip Paint Remover (01:01)

   

   Smart Strip removes 15 layers of paint fast, easily -- and without fumes.

10. 10. 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

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

    

    Learn techniques for stripping finishes with methylene chloride.

12. 12. Wallpaper Stripping System (03:14)

    

    If the usual methods don't work, try a wallpaper stripping system.

13. 13. How to Remove Old Paint and Varnish

    

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    Stripping away old paint or varnish doesn't have to be an impossible task. Follow tips from the experts on how to strip away old paint...

    Time:

    Day

    Cost:

    $1 - $50

    Difficulty:

    Moderate

14. 14. Salvaging Cabinets (01:56)

    

    Matt Martin and his mother give advice on how to salvage kitchen cabinets.

15. 15. Hot Rod Garage (20:00)

    

    This cluttered space becomes the ultimate hot rod garage.