Log Home Restoration: Removing Latex Paint

This Log Home Restoration required media  blasting  removal of a fairly new coat of solid latex paint. The “hot pink” had to go!  Being a fresh coat, it was harder to remove than a finish several years old.  Crushed glass was used to “cut ” the thick coat.

 

 

 

 

 

After a chlorine wash to kill any mold and mildew, a coarse sanding will smooth the rough profile caused by the media blasting. Only a light sanding with coarse paper is required. Sanding too smooth will prevent a penetrating stain from absorbing properly.