There are a few different ways to remove paint from material, but some methods are much harsher to the material underneath the paint than others. While chemical stripping tends to be easier to do than other methods, there is more risk to the original material involved.

Things You'll Need:

• Cardboard
• Newspaper
• Chemical resistant gloves
• Spray can of aircraft paint remover
• paint scraper
• Steel wool pad

Instructions

1. Step 1

   Lay down cardboard with a few layers of newspaper underneath and around the area in which you will be using paint remover. This will help with clean up, and catch any dripping paint remover.

2. Step 2

   Put on chemical-resistant gloves. Nitrile gloves are made to resist heavy duty chemicals, so they are the safest bet. Latex is cheaper, but is only made for light duty chemicals.

3. Step 3

   Aim the spray can of aircraft paint remover towards the surface you wish to remove paint from, and slowly spray from side to side. Be careful not to get the chemical on anything besides metal, as it will likely damage other materials.

4. Step 4

   Let the remover set until the paint comes off. How long to leave the remover on depends on the paint, and how much of it there is. Light coats of paint may come off in a few hours, while heavy duty paint may take overnight.

5. Step 5

   Once the paint is loosened ( if it has not been removed), use a paint scraper to scrape away loose paint.

6. Step 6

   Use a steel wool pad to go over any spots where paint may still be stuck, or that are difficult to scrape with the scraper.

7. Step 7

   Wash the material and area with a garden hose. Make sure to wash any area where paint remover might be, including any tools used.