Things You'll Need:
- Paint stripper
- Cleaning rags
- Cleaning solution
- Plastic scraper
- Gloves
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Step 1
Put on your gloves. These are harsh chemicals, and you need to protect your hands.
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Step 2
Clean the area that you are about to treat. Remove as much dirt, grime and build-up as possible from the epoxy and the surrounding area.
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Step 3
Saturate a cleaning rag with the paint stripper. Use plenty so that you can be sure that the stripper is coating the epoxy-covered area.
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Step 4
Cover the epoxy with the saturated rag. Hold it in place for about 60 seconds. The epoxy should start to get gooey. If it does not, replace the rag for another 60 seconds, and add more paint stripper if the rag starts to dry out.
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Step 5
Scrape the epoxy off using the scraper. As the epoxy gets sticky, use the scraper to remove it from the surface it is covering. You can also scrub it with the rag saturated in paint stripper. If the epoxy re-hardens, then apply more stripper and start again.
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Step 6
Clean the surface completely. Paint stripper must not be left on any surface. Use the cleaning solution and a clean rag to wipe down the area completely. Wash it several times to make sure that all the chemical compounds are gone.
