Posted by Perry Wright on February 06, 19103 at 19:58:28:
In Reply to: removing old paint from hardwood floor posted by david on February 06, 19103 at 17:39:03:
: I recently bought and old victorian house that had carpet in it. pulled back the old carpet to find hardwood under it. at one time it looked like it had a rug in the center and had been painted a yellowish orange all around the edges. i've checked three rooms so far and they all have it. the paint seems to be very old. was wondering if a floor sander would remove it or would i have to use some kind of stripper first. this home is over a 100 years old and i think it would look better with the original wood floor rather than putting down more carpet.any help appreciated much. thanks dave
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Sanding is the trick. Strippers tend to mess with the refinishing chemicals.
Besure your floor can be sanded and not go through the sandable thickness needed to get a good flawless finish. It is easy to get down to the T&G on an old floor that has been refinished several times in the past.
Perry Wright
Certified Floorcovering
Installer # 8339
Austin, Texas