Refinishing Furniture
Painting & Finishing, Repairs and Installation, Video by Danny Lipford
Refinishing furniture is a great do-it-yourself project, through it can be messy. A chemical stripper is the quickest way to remove old finishes. Follow the directions and safety instructions on the container, and use a gel or paste on vertical surfaces.
A putty knife is the best tool for scraping off the old finish. Use water or mineral spirits to remove any residue, depending on the type of stripper that was used. Once the piece has dried, sand it with coarse sandpaper followed by finer grits. Finally, stain the piece followed by several top coats of sealer.
For more information, see our article on The Proper Approach to Refinishing Old Furniture.
