Removing paint from outdoor sills & step

Question

Hello, how can I remove old paint from stone window sills and a stone step?

Saleem · Accepted Answer

u can use a heat gun or paint remover and a scraper, or a sander

Christian · Answer

You can used a scrapper and heat the old pain firstly if it doesn't scrape you can use a sander and you can probley used a wallpaper stripper

James · Answer

Heat gun then if not all removed paint stripper also use a wire brush to get all off

Pavlo · Answer

Use Paint & varnish remover (simply find in B&Q) - it’s effective for removing old paint from stone surfaces

Ratmirs · Answer

Water washing. Gentle sponging and scrubbing with a soft bristle brush can be effective for emulsion
Steam stripping is another effective method

Charles · Answer

Remove paint from stone:
Scrape off loose paint, apply a stone-safe paint stripper, let it sit, scrub with a stiff brush, rinse with water, repeat if needed. Test on a small area first.  Regards CB BUILDERS & Son

Ron · Answer

Apply a masonry-safe paint stripper (e.g. Peelaway-type products)
Leave it to soften the paint
Scrape off gently and rinse
Safest method for preserving the stone

Oliver · Answer

I would recommend using a strong paint stripper, Caress brickwork

Stuart · Answer

Hi there , the best way to do this is to use a heat gun ,be sure to wear a mask as old paint may contain lead.

John · Answer

Use a good paint stripper, not too harsh for whaterver you are stripping it off

Removing paint from outdoor sills & step

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