How can I strip paint from cedar siding?

Answer by  Liz59 (10966)

You can power wash the areas and this will remove the excess paint. Then you can scrape off the paint.

Answer by  djknaod (33)

Stripping paint from a cedar siding is best done with the proper solution. To receive the best results you should use a stripper that corresponds with the type of paint that was used. Another thing that has said to work are mineral spirits, as well as a heat gun, repeat as nessessary

Answer by  Teaberry (846)

Yes. Strip paint from cedar siding is best when using the appropriate solution. For best results, use a stripper that is for your paint, such as an oil or water based. Another thought is to use something like mineral spirits. Use lightly.

Answer by  kennethjgoodson (4903)

The best thing to do is to grab a heat gun and a good scraper with good blades. The heat will free us the paint from the cedar.

Answer by  amybavaria (10)

Spray RemovAll over area you want stripped. Wait 12 hours. Scrape off the paint. Repeat steps 1-3 if necessary. Two layers of RemovAll may be required to remove paint completely.

Answer by  sney17 (66)

First try pressure washing. If this does not remove the majority of paint, you can also try corn blasting or chemical stripping.

Answer by  Latin4 (11170)

Since this is a porous wood, stripping is out of the question. If it is painted then you might change the color or stain if it is stained.

Answer by  yaomingjr32 (120)

use tools from your toolbox to scrap it off then. you could use almost anything to take away the paint