The previous owners or our house painted the bricks around the fireplace and we would like to remove it to reveal the natural brick underneath. How can we accomplish this and make it look nice as well?
2007-02-23 10:21:36 · 5 answers · asked by Koozie 5 in Home & Garden ➔ Decorating & Remodeling
My suggested method would be . Cob blasting,some contractors use this method on home exteriors,Similar to sand blasting but they use ground corn cobs as a medium.This takes off paint at a slower rate but the results are better.A mess for sure.check the web for information.Good Luck
2007-02-23 13:15:11 · answer #1 · answered by mr. mr. 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Paint soaks deep into brick and you won’t be able to scrape it off. Plus, a wire brush is going to damage the brick. Peel Away®(figure A) is a great product for removing paint from brick and other surfaces. Apply the paste as directed, let it sit for a while then use the paper included and pull off the paste and paint. You may need to use two coats if the paint is old.
2007-02-23 10:27:36 · answer #2 · answered by j_ardinger 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Get a product called strypeze made by savogron, it's a paste which works good on a vertical surface and will take your paint off regardless water-based or oil. Comes in quarts or gallon, I'd get a gallon and no it's not expensive, most likely will take a couple coats to achieve the look you want. Depending on how porous your brick are will determine how much will come off meaning every speck. Good luck
2007-02-23 10:31:47 · answer #3 · answered by Les the painter 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Some would recommend chemicals, these will kill you with the labor(elbow grease) Instead get out the yellow pages call Painting services, GRAFFITI REMOVEL services get several phone qouts for SAND BLASTING. simply measure the sq. ft. of the brick to be redeay for a phone estimite. also you can rent a sand blaster cheaper and any one can use it just make sure to ask the rental agent for a complete setup explanation, Tip:Filter your sand for reuse so one bag will last. Tape a small plastic tarp on the floor to sweep u the sand Use a wire noodle strainer
2007-02-23 10:39:26 · answer #4 · answered by Clayton P 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Outside, a sand blaster is great but inside you'll need paint remover & great ventaltion. At the hard ware store tell them it is for "Inside removal of paint on bricks". Good luck
2007-02-23 10:26:59 · answer #5 · answered by Memeiko 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋