How to Strip Paint Off a Car
Did you always want to strip paint off your car? Here's how you can do it.
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Things You'll Need
- Chemical remover (2-3 gallons)
- A Sandblaster
- Sand Disks (50-100)
- Of course, your car
- Masking Tape
- Heavy Rubber Gloves
- Safety Goggles
- Paint Brushes
Instructions
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First, you will need do trim removal, which includes the windshield, handles, locks, bumpers, etc. These will get in the way while you remove the paint from your car.
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Tape up the car with masking tape. Be sure to cover up panels and cracks, so that the chemical paint remover won't damage your car later.
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Now, it's time to apply the chemical paint remover. DO NOT apply it to rubber or fiberglass as it will damage it. Wait for about an hour.
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While you are waiting, add the plastic wrap.
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After the hour, remove the wrap.
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Repeat steps 3-5. If needed, apply the paint remover to several more spots if there's still paint.
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Use your sand blaster and clean up the rest of the paint spots.
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Be sure to clean up afterward, as some of the supplies are toxic and hazardous.
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Tips & Warnings
Wait for the paint on your car to soften before your sandblast it.
Be sure to wear the heavy rubber gloves and safety goggles.
