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Now, the do-it-yourselfer can strip paint the professional way! PAGE # • PLAINDEALER - FRIDAY. MARCH 2*. 1M1 In the spring a homeowner's thoughts often turn to sprucing up around the house,avoiding, if possible, the messy job of strip ping old furniture or peeling paiiit from outdoor trim befwe re-painting Today, much of this "drudg ery " tan be eliminated by tak ing a page from the profession­ als who have discovered new products to simplify then job. Most professionals recom­ mend old paint should be re­ moved slowly and methodical­ ly Applying new paint over grease or dirt prevents the paint from bonding properly and. a* a result, new paint will crack, wrinkle and peel. . Paint removers differ With new improved solvents now available to the do-it-your­ selfer, this job has become much easier lo accomplish. But. it is important to remember that all paint removers are not the same! Professionals consistently recommend the Red Devil Paint Remover line as a quality prod­ uct It offers several different types in liquid as well as semi paste and paste forms. Paste #77 has a heavy consis­ tency making it ideal for use on overhead or vertical surfaces For intricate areas, carved or shaped mouldings where clean-up is a problem. No Wash #88 is recommended, while Liquid #94. the all purpose re­ mover. works best on Hat sur faces. Stripping furniture nerd not bf an unpleanant job whrn quality paint rrmovrrt are »i»ed. All you need in the basic equipment; nturdy rubber gloves, a I Mi inch brush. *ome old rags, an empty eof- f e e ran. a round edged scraper and a well ventilated room. Pour the Red Devil Paint Remover on the sur­ face to be stripped, spread thickly with the brush, wait 20 to 30 minutes and then wipe off the residue with the old rags or scraper. I se the can to collect the residue. Red Devil Paint Removers work quickly and easily. Now, you can strip old furni­ ture or outdoor trim like the professionals. Recently introduced to the line is the non-flammable, semi paste Remover considered most effective for all surfaces. All of the Red Devil removers work on all paints, lacquers, shellacs and urethanes Once you've selected the re­ mover suitable for your job. you'll need an inexpensive IW natural bristle paint brush, an old coffec can or metal con­ tainer for the liquid and another as a receptacle for the old finish, some steel wool, a putty knife (preferably with rounded cor­ ners to avoid gouging the sur­ face), a pair of heavy duty rub­ ber gloves, and some old rags to wipe off the residue. Before you begin, read the labels and follow the manufac­ turer 's instructions listed on the can. Treat all paint and varnish removers as highly flammable and work in a well-ventilated room or, ideally, outside in a shady area. Now, pour the paint remover from the can directly onto the painted surface, spread the Red Devil Paint Remover thickly with the brush, and let it sit for about 20 to 30 minutes Test the surface by rubbing your finger in a circular motion; if the paint has been loosened enough, your finger will move easily. Easy paint removal Once the paint remover has done its job, remove most of the Remodeling information available Whatever home improve­ ment project you are about to begin, the National Home Im­ provement Council provides valuable information from start to finish in its free brochure, "How to Remodel." The NHIC was founded in 1956 at the request of the Eisenhower administration, and today represents more than 2600 firms in over 40 cities. Its members include contrac­ tors, manufacturers, lenders, suppliers, utility companies and publishers who are pledged to observe the highest standards of frankness, integrity and respon­ sibility in dealing with the pub­ lic. old paint by wiping with old rags (replacing the rags fre­ quently), scraping lightly with your scraper or by using steel wool. With quality paint removers you eliminate most of what was formerly an unpleasant task. (A second application may be necessary on some old enamel.) For the final clean-up. use plenty of water and a lit t le scrubbing. (Do not mix water with the paint remover.) Don't overdo For a real professional look, don't overdo; most craftsmen like to leave some of the old finish in the nooks and crannies to add character. For an easy method of re- finishing, use only quality paint removers. Red Devil Paint Re­ movers are available at most hardware, paint, variety and home center stores. 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