How to strip gloss paint off wood - Easy way to remove gloss from door frames and skirting
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- Опубликовано: 2 окт 2024
- How to remove gloss paint from wood using a heat gun. A step by step tutorial showing the easiest way of stripping gloss paint from door frames / skirting / doors. How to strip gloss paint with heat gun.
This guide shows you the easy way of stripping gloss paint from wood using a heat gun and a scraper. The video shows how easy it is to strip gloss from a door frame, but the same method can be applied to skirting etc. You'll be surprised how easy it is.
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Wow, I'm so glad I found your video. It's exactly what I was looking for.
Pleased to hear it! Thanks for commenting! 👍🏼
Listen. Thank you for this. I was here watching videos with liquids to use which was not practical for my wooden banister. This is perfect 😍
This is great. I have a door with a lot of molding and the last person did poor paint prep so half the paint is peeling away and the other half is bonded. I want to peel it all away and will try this in the areas it’s better bonded.
Good luck! Hope it goes well!
You’ve just made my life easier. You have no idea about the level of thankfulness I’m feeling right now.
That's great to hear! If only I had a tips jar! 😂
Good straight to video, thanks pal.
No problem, thank you!
That was very helpful to let us find out how to get strip gloss paint off wood
Glad you found it helpful! 👍🏼
Thanks, we moved into a cheap flat which has been glossed over gloss and the woodwork is all cracked and awful. I heat stripped, molyfilled and repainted and it's made the world of difference. We just used a wallpaper stripper tool and heat gun
Excellent, hope the video helped out!
Same here. I literally cried today because of the layers. Ordered a heat gun!
Good luck!! 👍🏼
Thanks mate . Very helpful. God bless you and all your family.
Thanks for the lovely comment. You're welcome!
Safer option for removing old paint from skirting boards. Thanks
No problem! Thanks for leaving a comment!
Charlie when useing them heat guns as you heat one area up lower the gun to next bit whilst scrapping what youv heated then move down to next bit that's been heated lot quick and you have constant heat makes the stripper easier and quicker best to wear decent gloves like the Canadian digger gloves for protection and safety eye protection. Good vid.
Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment. 👍🏼
Thank you. I have a ensuite bathroom in my room. Because of the contact from the shower (wood did not have any waterpoof protection), the architrave and bottom of the inner door frame rotted. So I was going to replace the whole thing but decided against it as it was only a section, 30cm by 13cm wood will be needed to be replaced so decided to just cut away the rot but will be buying new architrave as they only about £3 ish each. I wanted to remove the entire gloss paint to bare wood so can use water proof, to protect it against any water damage and your video is perfect. I already own a heat gun and just ordered a paint scraper for a few quid and some wood filler to fill any holes or jagged edges. Many thanks for the tip.
Can I ask, what would you recommend for waterproof varnish or paint. I want to paint it all over the inner door frame, architrave and my new door so if it does get water from the shower, it won't rot?
I'm pleased the video helped you out. Thanks for leaving a comment.
An oil based (traditional style) gloss paint should waterproof the wood enough. If you're more concerned, maybe look for an exterior grade gloss.
Great vid mate ,no nonsense , straight to it .👍
Cheers! I like to get straight to the point! 👍🏼
Using chemicals is DANGEROUS. This method is safe & easier than scraping without heat gun. Going to get these tools to work on old house, getting ready to paint! I knew there had to be a better way!!! Thanks, Charlie!
This is the easiest and least messy method by far! Good luck with it all! 👍🏼
Legend has it he is still removing the paint of the skirting in that house
No...we've replaced all the skirting board...the door frames however...that's another story! 😉
@@charlieshooter that's my plan mate new skirts but trying this with the heat gun. Is it as easy as it looks
@@inthemix3013 Yes, exactly as I've shown. No camera trickery making it look easier!
Lol
I've got 14 door linings to do 😂😂😂
Ive found starting at the bottom helps.
Heat rises
It does indeed, but I found it easier to scrape downwards. You'll find the best way for you though. 👍🏼
oh bruh just what I needed. what a legend
Glad it helped you out! 👍🏼
I've always found it easier to go top to bottom, so you can scrape the paint down. But do whatever feels easiest for you. Thanks for watching.
Cheers butt! Got loads to do! 😩
It's not too bad once you get going! Good luck with it all! 😀
I find it easier to follow the heat gun with the scrapper for long periods. Rather than stopping every few scrapes. Nice video, though!
@@benjaminmears7257 You will find the best way for you. After just doing another load of this scraping recently, i would say it depends on the type of paint and how thick it was applied as to whether this works mind.
@Terribly Vexed It depends on the paint used really. I did some more recently and it wasn't too good where a water based paint had been used so emulsion on a wall may not get the same results. As for damaging the wall....that depends if it is solid or plasterboard i guess.
Certainty beats paint stripper chemicals, thanks, any chance you could give an idea the cost of those air guns or hire?
They're not expensive. Here is one on Amazon, but you can get them in Screwfix too. amzn.to/3zQLoJq
Was debating whether to use a paint stripper or heat gun. My stairs have many layers of paint...there could be lead based paint too. But heat gun seems the way as long as I wear a mask and the area is ventilated. Thanks for this video appreciated
As long as you take all the relevant precautions you should be ok. Always assume there is some lead paint if you think there might be.
@@charlieshooter thank you! Appreciate your reply. Thanks
Hi mate thanks for this, would paint stripper be quicker to use do you reckon?
I don't think it would be quicker. This works pretty quick, but then I've never tried paint stripper.
Does this work on stone that is painted? What do u recommend for stripping off a garden table (stone)?
I'm not sure that would work, depends on the paint I suppose. Wire brush on a drill??
Would a hair dryer do the same job?
Great video by the way
Thanks very much. Don't think a hairdryer would get hot enough if I'm honest!
@@charlieshooter ...OK thanks
Thank you for the quick tutorial. Just about to start using a hot air gun to strip the paint on skirting. I was sanding but that is super messy and really time consuming, even with a power sander!!
Good luck, hope the video helps!
@@charlieshooter it really did!! Just loads left to do!!
That looks better than the gooey mess of runny paint stripper and scraping. I have a porch railing that has a thick coat of peeling porch that needs removing b4 painting. 3 hrs of sanding and scraping hasnt put a dent in it. Its like a thick pudding skin over the other paint. Paint under it is fine. I dreaded using the gooey stripper that needs a hazmat suit and 3 block area cordoned off. Great tutorial.
Thank you. I hope you managed to get the job done without a gooey mess! 👍🏼
I’m starting my whole house tomorrow, once I’ve satin painted the wood again( refuse to use gloss as it goes yellow) is there anything I can use to protect the fresh paint like a varnish?
You can get water based gloss that doesn't go yellow.
Always use a cotton glove to avoid burns and vent the room to avoid lead fumes from pre 60s paint. Good video for beginners though.
Thank you....top tips!
While your burning that paint off your breathing it in. Wear a face mask and open the windows. The scraper is called a shave hook by the way.
Agreed, I should have had a face mask on! Yes, the shave hook is a handy tool to have. 👍🏼
Top man.
Cheers!
Thank you!
Really useful video and very well presented.
Love that you answer the questions here! And so I have one...
Does the scraper not damage the wood? I’m looking to remove paint from a 1930s door frame and leave it unpainted but using the scraper I’m worried will leave scrape-marks?
Cymru am byth
Liam
Thanks for commenting. You don't have to scrape too hard to remove the paint, so it doesn't leave any scrape marks on the wood. If you hold it at the right angle, flat to the wood, you shouldn't have any issues. Good luck with it!
Thanks Charlie!
Thanks for this, I’m trying to remove gloss to change to satin. Can I use the heat gun and paint again? Currently using a scraper x
Yes that will work. You will need to re-undercoat.
I'm about to buy a new hair dryer, and I'm about to decorate; can this heat gun do both jobs for me?
Give it a go and let me know what happens! 😂
If you want to make your own woodworking yourself just look for woodprix website. There is all you need to make it :)
Thanks...I'll take a look.
This must be so satisfying when you've finished it. Although this is so simple to do, I think I'd find this so tedious! I literally hate decorating jobs, haha. It just makes me so sweaty and I get obsessed with little details xD. I'd rather leave it to a professional, because I take so long! :P
You're right, this can be quite satisfying! It doesn't matter how long it takes you....practice makes perfect etc etc, and you will soon speed up!
It's one of those jobs you would never do again if you won the lottery 😂
Very very true!! 😂
I don't have a gun. Will mum's hair dryer do? 😂
You could try....but you'd be there a while! 😂 Defo not hot enough. You'd definitely realise if you tried it the other way round and tried drying your mum's hair with a heat gun!! 😂 Disclaimer: don't actually try that!! 👍🏼
I’m stripping years and years of gloss off my nasty 70’s style staircase and door frames. I started off with the heat gun but burnt it out after an hours use 🤦🏼♂️
What I found was the gloss was bubbling and snapping/breaking off rather than scraping off. I’m guessing I was putting too much heat into the gloss??
Now resorted to sanding took about a weeks worth of graft. At least this lockdown has been good for doing those crappy jobs we’ve been putting off!
Yes, this lockdown is great for getting all those jobs done...and you can take more time than you would normally too, to do the job properly! 👍🏼
@@charlieshooterlook at the lives the lockdown ruined but hey was good for diy…smh
You got to look at the positives in everything! 🤷🏻♂️
MASK.....MASK.....MASK. Especially if you are doing this in an older property where there is high likelihood of lead paint
Yes, in hindsight i would definitely say wear a mask!
Thanks Charlie
great RUclips clip
I bought one for a Diy paint stripping job and found it so easy to use
and saves time too
but one tip wear a long sleeve top, gloves and safety glasses avoids burns to skin and eyes
believe me that melted paint is hot
when it comes off.
Good advice. Better to be safe than sorry!
I could not sleep and decided to start stripping the doors. It was 4am so hope the neighbours could not hear the gun on the higher setting.
4am?? That's dedication! 😂
@@charlieshooter my neighbour said it was more annoying than dedication but just think he might be jealous cos I'm gonna have better doors than him lol
@@itsdogz2775 Yeh, maybe that's it?! Lol
Would not believe how relaxing stripping doors could be. I've got 5 to do and just work away for hours on end listening to a bit of classical music and drinking coffee but it's takin about a day to do one door.
@@itsdogz2775 I'm glad you're finding it so relaxing!
Thank you!! Just going to strip my stairs and was so nervous about using one of these that I haven't plucked up the courage to do then yet!! Will definitely start it now though. Thanks!!
No problem, hope its given you the confidence to get the job done! 👍🏼
Did it work?
Can't I use a hairdryer??
You can try, but I dont think it would be hot enough. There is a huge difference in the heat they produce!
@@charlieshooter Ah, okay. Thanks for the response. I will use the tools you recommend.
Does it work on dark varnish?
I've never tried it if I'm honest, but if it's oil based it may work to some extent.
That looks fantastic. Do you need to follow over with sandpaper, or is it good to gloss straight away?
Prime, undercoat, gloss. Always. I like using a sponge rad roller and lay off with a brush. Smooth finish every time
Thanks for the advice. Actually looking forward to giving this a go! #getalife
Once you get going it can be quite satisfying!
I can tell you know from my own experience that removing paint using a heat gun is not easy, in fact it is difficult. An heat gun will remove some paint but this depends on how tough the paint is and how the paint has been applied to the wood and/or how long it has been there. I tried removing paint using my heat gun off an interior double wooden door that has seen better days, and getting the paint off, even at the higher 500 degree setting, is a bloody challenge. Scraping the paint off whilst still applying the heat makes little difference, and often doing so will tear bits of the wood with the scraper because of the heat that has softened the wood. Another challenge is removing paint from a window sill and around a window frame, and also paint around spindles of a stair rail. Again, a heat gun will remove some of the paint but there's always flakey bits left over which are a pain to remove completely.
It depends what base layers you have but there was no camera trickery in the video.....and as you can see, that came off pretty easy!
@@charlieshooter Thanks for that. I suppose it depends on the base layers as you say.
Can this be done on architroves?
Yes architraves can be stripped this way, as long as they were glossed. Coving, probably not, because that's usually emulsioned.
@@charlieshooter thanks mate 👍🏽
wish is wouldve seen this before i used chemical paint remover to strip a windowsill...
The gun is a lot easier and a lot less messy!! 👍🏼
Or use a carbon scraper. Which ever way it's going to be very messy and dusty.
It can get messy, yes!
Thank you that was very useful. What temperature your gun is using please ? I have an adjustable temperature gun (50 - 660 degrees C) and I've no idea what temperature to use. I don't want to risk burning the wood. Thanks again.
Mine was 1500w and just had 2 settings, but it was just "high" and "low"....no idea on temperature. It actually died the last time I used it! Gutted!!
This is awesome mate. My boyfriend and I have moved into a lovely Georgian townhouse. It’s gorgeous but needs sooooo much doing 😆 There’s so many layers of thick gloss paint all over the doors, door sets, skirting and dado rails. Thanks for the demo, I’m gonna give it a go. I may send the doors to be dip stripped though as I have a feeling this is gonna take me months to do as it is 😂🤘
Thanks for leaving a comment. Good luck with it all!!
Hi Charlie, I’m in an old house, is there any risk from heating up old paint. We have layer upon layer upon layer of gloss I’d like to strip…
Make sure you wear a suitable mask and ventilate the house. If there is the possibility of lead paint, be very cautious and possibly don't use this method!
Does it work on the metal ♥
I've not used it on metal, but it may well do. Obviously you'd have to be extra careful as it would get pretty hot!
Ha, my heat gun set off the smoke detectors
Oh yeh......this will happen....especially if you are close to them! Happened to me the last time i did it! Try leaving a few windows open.
I need to get a scraper like that . Was trying with a normal flat scraper, and it kept gouging the trim. I got so frustrated I had to come to RUclips, seems kinda obvious I had the wrong tool after watching your vid
This type of scraper (or a shave hook to give it the proper name) glides effortlessly doing this job!
Just go to WoodPrix website if you want to know how to make it yourself.
We started stripping our door frame and found this awful sticky brown coating. I’ve read it’s shellac. Now need to work out how to get that off 😫
Oh no, nightmare! I've not come across that, so not sure....maybe some Nitromors?
Stodoys plans is full of amazing tips. It helped me a lot.
Is it safe for the wood? No darkening, burning etc?
I have only ever used it on wood and it is fine. Just don't leave it in the one position for too long. You will get a feel for it once you get going.
Try doing to without setting fire alarms of. Ball ache of a job lol
Just doing this myself.
Opening a few windows will help. 👍🏼
@@charlieshooter not in a bathroom with no windows 😂
Second video I found on this issue but I would like to see it in English.
Not sure if that's a good or bad thing! 🤷🏽♂️
So I did this Method but it seems that it’s leaving like some sticky gummy feeling stuff behind it anyone know what that could be??
Not sure really. Not had that before. Maybe the undercoat that was used?
Did you sand the door frame? after you stripped the paint?
Very lightly yes.
2024 viewer. Thank you for this video!!! I'm so scared to use chemicals so this is my safest bet.
Thanks for commenting....good luck!
I am using my hair dry blower for same results as I don't have one of those . I just hope is going to last me until I finish all my jobs😃😉
I wouldn't have thought it would be powerful enough, but let me know how you get on!
Thanks for the video - most seem to be use citristrip/nitromors/chemical remover and scrape off which I didn't want to do! Where did you get the paint scraping tool - I've had a look on screwfix and tool station but haven't seen one similar and it looks like it'll be better at the fiddly sections?
thanks this has helped us tremendously which I had seen it before
Pleased it helped you out! 👍🏼
I've been doing the same, and I too have found the same green coating underneath the paint, but not sure what that is?
It's an old type of primer. Some say it could be lead based, but I'm not sure....best treat it with caution though and at least wear a mask!
@charlieshooter Thanks for the reply, I suspected it may be lead based, as our house was built in late 50's. As a precaution I did wear mask, and made sure the room was well ventilated for at least a few hours after. Cheers!
Using a stiff stripping knife instead of those triangle type strippers cuts the job in half. You can put a lot more pressure on it. Wish I'd learnt that about ten years ago!
That's probably good for a large surface area, like a door, but I find the triangular stripper better for getting into the nooks and crannies.
@Kip Kruse Everyone seems to find the best way for them. 👍🏼
After using messy paint stripper for years I got myself a heat gun..no stinking the house up with chemicals
I find it easier and more satisfying with a heat gun!
I used the wife's hairdryer and a scraper.
How'd you get on??
😂😂😂😂👍🏴🤪
Fuck it ...Im getting drunk
I know how hard it is to talk through a mask and for exhibition purposes, you forgo one . .but.. .that green paint most likely has LEAD in it. Big time danger. Breathing old paint scrapings over time will definitely create medical issues if not worse.
I agree, when undertaking this sort of task a mask should be worn. 👍🏼
That scraper thingy is called a shave hook, if anyone wants to purchase one. At least you show the gun in action rather than a music video showing all the different parts and how nice and shiny they are.
😂 Thanks! I prefer to show things in action.
After the scraping of the wood with a heat gun how is the all the shellac (goo) is Remone for painting?Good video by the way.
There shouldn't be too much goo, but if there is give it a light sand down.
Hi not nit picking but where is your PPE as at least a pair of gloves and a pair of protective glasses could be worn, after 40 years in industry you need to be safe.
I agree.....not sure why I didn't at least have some eye protection on! Thanks for commenting!
Been wondering how to do this for ages! Thanks!
No problem. Glad you found it!
How do you clean the paint off the scraper
A Stanley knife blade once it has gone hard again is the best! Some turps may help too!
Of course I just finished painting the walls and have now decided to strip the door frame and door. (Always doing things the hard way!) Do you recommend a way to protect the wall from the heat gun?
Oh dear! All I can think of is holding a length of wood (not too thick) against the wall. If you used metal, it would get hot too quick and transfer the heat to the wall. And don't worry, you shouldn't be getting it hot enough to set fire to the wood!! 👍🏼
@@charlieshooter Thanks. That's a great idea. . I also found an attachment for the heat gun, with a smaller opening, which will allow me to be far more accurate. I really appreciate your response, and your helpful video! As I think about my options, I wonder if a wooden spatula would work. Maybe even a metal one if I work 2-3 inches at a time and allow the spatula to cool between. If I have to do a little paint touch up, I guess that wouldn't be so terrible. Thank you again.
@@charlieshooter I did it! No damage! I eventually just used my scraper. First, I scored the corner with a utility knife. I placed the scraper at about a 45 degree to the wall, applied the heat and pulled the bubbled paint away from the wall instead of scraping up or down. It worked great, two inches at a time.
Excellent....glad you managed to sort it in the end! 👍🏼
Was looking at paint stripper's but we have 3 dogs so one of these will be fine.
Yep, no nasty residue left behind! 👍🏼
Thanks for the vid mate! Super therapeutic 😀
It is when it starts to peel nicely. 👍🏼
How do you avoid inadvertently cooking your right hand with the heat gun? If you use the gun and scraper all day long, seems like you would inevitably make one or two painful mistakes every day.
I've only ever done a frame at a time, so not really doing it all day. Maybe some kind of fireproof glove would work, or quickly learn not to make mistakes!! 😉😂
My paint takes ages to get off like this, some parts are not even melting, not effective like this
I suppose it depends on the type of paint. It doesn't tend to melt it, more bubble it and lift it off the surface so you can scrape it.
@@charlieshooter some parts don.t even bubble they it just turn brown
@@silvanbodea8606 Oh dear.....must be the paint!
The green underneath a primer?
Yes I think so. The house was built in the 1950s and wherever we strip original wood, there's that green primer.
Ah so that's what that is? Just did my front door frame and suddenly we hit weird green paint and got confused!
Yes, it must have been used everywhere back in the 50's!
After stripping the paint would you need to sand it down then apply the paint?
I'd always give it a light rub down before painting, yes. 👍🏼
Thank you. I will be doing this, this weekend. I have alot of work to do 😂
No problem. Good luck with it all....especially in this heat!! 🥵
How did it go? I’m starting my whole house tomorrow
Hi, It's my first time using a heat gun. I'm doing the same job with 150 layers of gloss paint on my staircase. I just wanted to check the order of things. Once I've finished removing the paint should I sand it and then proceed to prime and gloss? Thanks.
Yes, give it a light rub back and then prime/undercoat and gloss. 👍🏼
@@charlieshooter Thank you, I feel like I'll still be at it this time next year but it has got to look better than 150 layers of gloss paint lol!
Hiya mate, have you got any safety advice for stripping lead paint? It’s likely my Georgian townhouse has got lead paint on the door sets, skirting etc. I wondered if you ever come across it in houses and what do you suggest? I’ve read that lead dust is very dangerous so I’ve put my DIY on hold until I know more. Many thanks for anything you might be able to share 😃
The dust can be very harmful yes, and so can fumes if you heat it too much. Heating it so that it literally just softens it (not burns it) should be fine, but make sure that you wear an appropriate sealed mask to protect yourself, not a paper one! Also make sure everyone else is out of the house for a few hours after, and it is well ventilated.
@@charlieshooter Thank you so much for your reply. I’ll take your advice on board 👍
I found the burnt gloss sticks to the scraper too easily and makes the job time consuming stopping to clean it off
It does stick to it, but if you keep going with the heat on it, you can leave cleaning it to the end. It seems to work for me, I've just done another job with it.
God bless max power magazine
The good....no....great old days!! 👍🏼
Better of lightly sanding it then glossing back over.
You can do this of course, but the reason i chose to strip it all back is because the previous paint job wasn't the best, quite a few run marks etc. Whichever you find easiest though.
What to know what the heater is called and the tool ur using as going to get them please just the names thanks
The heater is literally just called a heat gun, and the tool is a shave hook. There are links to products on Amazon in the description.
What wattage is the gun and where could I purchase this? I'm in UK
Mine is a 1500w heat gun. I have put a link to a similar one in the video description.
Would this method work on the handrail of a staircase? Not sure if the paint is gloss. Maybe matte.
It should work. They would usually be painted with gloss. Even if it's a satin gloss it should work.
Great video! Exactly what I was looking for
Thanks, hope it helped you out!
Cost effective for door frames but not skirting easier to replace skirting.
I would agree with that actually, in most cases....and that is exactly why I only show a door frame in the video. I replaced all the skirting.
Does this also work on glossed window sills and if so which is the best way to scrape from one side to the other?
It should work on wooden window sills yes. It shouldn't matter which way you scrape really, as it is all flat.
Shout out to Max Power mag ✊
Gone but not forgotten! 😂
very time consuming, just rub it down and paint
I prefer the finish you get taking it back to bare wood and starting over....but each to their own! Thanks for commenting!
You can learn more about it on woodprix website I think.
I think someone else mentioned that actually.
@@charlieshooter :o because that's awesome plan ;)
@@starrstewart7083I'm lost!
@@charlieshooter :o
It's not a scrapper it's a shave hook
I didn't realise these type of scrapers had a specific name. I'll call them a shave hook from now on, thanks.
Oh I'm going to buy a heat gun
Do it....they're useful for all sorts of tasks!