Stripping paint
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There exist a few effective brands of chemicals for stripping paint from vehicles. However, this practice may be inappropriate for novices, as these strippers are messy, acidic, and toxic. | There exist a few effective brands of chemicals for stripping paint from vehicles. However, this practice may be inappropriate for novices, as these strippers are messy, acidic, and toxic. | ||
− | First, take the vehicle or part to be stripped to a well-ventilated area (outside is ideal). | + | First, take the vehicle or part to be stripped to a well-ventilated area (outside is ideal). ''(Should a respirator be used? Some people are saying that makes it even worse.)'' |
These chemical strippers are more commonly used on hoods, roofs, and trunk lids as they need to be left alone after applying. The stripper would just run if put on a vertical panel, and thus would be somewhat ineffective. | These chemical strippers are more commonly used on hoods, roofs, and trunk lids as they need to be left alone after applying. The stripper would just run if put on a vertical panel, and thus would be somewhat ineffective. |