paint stripper
Finish removal chemical
Paint stripper is a chemical solution that softens or dissolves paint, making it easier to scrape off surfaces.
Used for removing old paint from furniture, woodwork, or metal before refinishing: Apply the paint stripper and let it sit for twenty minutes.
Also called paint remover.
Dissolving liquid or financially stable
- dichloromethaneChlorinated organic solvent
- acetoneVolatile organic solvent
- methanolToxic one-carbon alcohol
- tolueneAromatic solvent from petroleum
xylene · naphtha · caustic soda · sodium hydroxide · potassium hydroxide · mineral spirits · turpentine · denatured alcohol
Restoring a worn surface
- primingMaking ready beforehand
- sandingFriction-smoothing a surface
- woodworkCraft of building with lumber
- furnitureMovable room objects
restoration · upcycling · resurfacing · reconditioning · revitalizing · refreshing · updating · reclaiming
Coming off in strips
- blisteringExtremely intense or severe
- dissolvingPassing into solution
- scrapingRubbing away material
- softeningBecoming less firm
lifting · bubbling · loosening · removing · abrading · sanding · etching · neutralizing
Circulation of fresh air
- respiratorBreathing protection device
- glovesHand coverings with fingers
- gogglesSealed protective eyewear
- protective clothingGarments worn for safety
skin irritation · chemical burns · fumes · hazardous · MSDS · disposal · flammable · carcinogenic
Old valued collectible
- furnitureMovable room objects
- heritageInherited cultural legacy
- conservationPreventing waste or loss
- vintageQuality from past eras
craftsmanship · preserve · recondition · patina · authenticity · architectural · woodwork · salvage
solvent
Dissolving liquid or financially stable
- dichloromethaneChlorinated organic solvent
- acetoneVolatile organic solvent
- methanolToxic one-carbon alcohol
toluene · xylene · naphtha · caustic soda · sodium hydroxide · potassium hydroxide · mineral spirits · turpentine · denatured alcohol · isopropanol
refinishing
Restoring a worn surface
- primingMaking ready beforehand
- sandingFriction-smoothing a surface
- woodworkCraft of building with lumber
furniture · restoration · upcycling · resurfacing · reconditioning · revitalizing · refreshing · updating · reclaiming · revamping
peeling
Coming off in strips
- blisteringExtremely intense or severe
- dissolvingPassing into solution
- scrapingRubbing away material
softening · lifting · bubbling · loosening · removing · abrading · sanding · etching · neutralizing · rinsing
ventilation
Circulation of fresh air
- respiratorBreathing protection device
- glovesHand coverings with fingers
- gogglesSealed protective eyewear
protective clothing · skin irritation · chemical burns · fumes · hazardous · MSDS · disposal · flammable · carcinogenic · eye protection
antique
Old valued collectible
- furnitureMovable room objects
- heritageInherited cultural legacy
- conservationPreventing waste or loss
vintage · craftsmanship · preserve · recondition · patina · authenticity · architectural · woodwork · salvage · reclaim
- removersremover, stain remover, rust remover, adhesive remover, makeup remover
- Paint Removalsolvent, solvents, scraper, sanding, heat gun
- surface preprust remover, priming, spackling, wire brush, sandpaper
- chlorinated solventscarbon tetrachloride, chloroform, dichloromethane, perchloroethylene, trichloroethylene
- chemicalschemicals, compounds, acids, reagents, solutions
- cleanerscleaner, cleaners, maids, maid, detergent