Stripping brick

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2 total messages Started by guy Tue, 25 Mar 1986 14:23

#435

Author: guy
Date: Tue, 25 Mar 1986 14:23

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While this isn't strictly a "wood" problem, this seems to be the most appro-
piate group. I recently purchased a brick house with at least two layers of
paint. It is peeling badly and even if I decide to repaint it, it will need
to be completely stripped to ensure the longevity of the new paint. Has any-
one out there got any suggestions for removing paint from brick. Also, if
anyone has a copy of the discussion on stripping wood trim (I've got that too)
could you please mail me a copy.

                                              Thanks
                                              Guy M. Smith

Re: Stripping brick

#439

Author: Bill Cox
Date: Sat, 29 Mar 1986 22:28

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In article <197@slu70.UUCP>, guy@slu70.UUCP writes:
> I recently purchased a brick house with at least two layers of
> paint. It is peeling badly and even if I decide to repaint it, it will need
> to be completely stripped to ensure the longevity of the new paint. Has any-
> one out there got any suggestions for removing paint from brick.

I haven't done this, but I would try to use a heat gun and see how the
paint reacts.  A Master (good industrial brand) heat gun runs around $80 or
so. Old House Journal sells them mailorder.

The heat gun is also a good way to strip wood trim.  Soften the paint
with the heat gun (aimed forward at an angle) and scrape the paint
with a hand scraper.

If the heat gun doesn't help on the brick (and it sure would be tedious!)
I would check for building restoration/cleaning services, and get a quote
on sandblasting.  Then you could repaint if you wanted.

Personally, I don't like to paint brick at all.

	bill

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	William Cox
	Computer Sciences Department
	University of Wisconsin, Madison WI
	bill@wisc.crys.edu
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