March 30, 2023

44: Five Methods To Remove The Finish Off Your Furniture - Ways To Strip Furniture

31 minutes

In Episode #44 of BusyBee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself, I discuss five methods (and one bonus method!) for removing the finish off of your furniture that you’re looking to refinish. Whether you’re planning on painting, staining or leaving your piece raw wood, there is a technique for removing the stain, paint or topcoat from the furniture you’re working on that will fit within your budget, time and energy limits. If you have ever wondered:

How do I remove the finish off of furniture?

What is the best way to sand furniture?

What is the easiest way to strip furniture?

What is the best way to remove paint from furniture?

Is it better to sand or strip furniture?

What kind of sandpaper do I need to sand furniture?

How do you remove shiny finish from furniture?

How do you remove wood finish without sanding?

What should I use to strip furniture?

How do I remove varnish and other wood finishes?

What is the best way for removing the finish from furniture?

Then this episode is for you!

Links mentioned in this episode:

Check out my Surf Prep 3x4 Electric Ray Sander* and get 10% off any items on their website!

Dewalt orbital sander*

Sanding foam pads* or grab them from Surf Prep* and use code MDIH10 for 10% off!

Sanding blocks*

Sandpaper*

Contour and angle sanding grips*

Ready to tackle your first furniture flip!? Grab the No BS Guide To Your First Furniture Makeover now and get to flipping. Use code BUSYBEE for 20% off for a limited time!

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Wagner FURNO 300 heat gun*

Purdy carbide scraper*

Bahco carbide scraper*

Other links you may be interested in:

Check out the paint I trust for my makeovers, Fusion Mineral Paint*, and get 10% off any items on their website!

Check out my coaching/consultation services to start or supercharge your furniture painting and refinishing business if you need some support and accountability to make and complete a plan of action.

Grab your free copy of the Guide and Checklist For Starting Your Official Furniture Refinishing Business

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