Make Wood Less Orange: Stripping Furniture With Easy-Off Oven Cleaner
You have to try this ingenious hack for stripping furniture with Easy-Off oven cleaner. It will enable you to reveal the natural beauty of your furniture. With just a few simple steps, you can transform dull and discolored wood into a blank canvas ready for staining or painting. Let's get started!
Tools and materials
- Easy-Off oven cleaner (ensure it contains sodium hydroxide)
- Protective gloves
- Safety goggles
- Old brush or scrubbing pad
- Hose with spray nozzle
- Sandpaper (medium and fine grit)
- Clean cloth or rag
- Stain or paint (optional, for finishing)
Steps
1. Prepare for safety
Before beginning, ensure your safety by wearing protective gloves and safety goggles. Easy-Off oven cleaner contains powerful chemicals, so it's important to protect your skin and eyes from any potential contact.
2. Apply Easy-Off oven cleaner
Spray a generous amount of Easy-Off oven cleaner onto the discolored areas of your wooden furniture. Make sure to cover all affected surfaces evenly. The sodium hydroxide in the cleaner will help break down the grime and discoloration.
3. Sun soak
Move the treated furniture to a sunny spot in your yard or outdoor area. Allow the Easy-Off oven cleaner to sit on the wood for about 30 minutes. The combination of the cleaner and sunlight will work together to lift the discolored layers.
4. Rinse and scrub
After the soaking period, put on your gloves again and grab your hose with a spray nozzle. Thoroughly rinse the furniture to remove the Easy-Off residue. Once rinsed, take an old brush or scrubbing pad and gently scrub the wood to help lift any remaining grime. Be cautious not to scrub too aggressively to avoid damaging the wood.
5. Dry and inspect
Allow the furniture to dry completely in the sun. Once dry, inspect the wood to see the improvement in its color and appearance. You'll likely notice a significant reduction in discoloration, revealing the original beauty of the wood.
6. Sand and smooth
With the wood now clean and dry, it's time to sand away any remaining imperfections. Start with medium-grit sandpaper to even out the surface and remove any stubborn spots. Follow up with fine-grit sandpaper to achieve a smooth and ready-to-finish surface.
7. Stain or paint (optional)
Now that your furniture is stripped and smooth, you have the option to apply a stain or paint to achieve the desired look. Choose a color that complements your space and follow the manufacturer's instructions for application. Allow the finish to dry thoroughly before moving or using the furniture.
Stripping furniture with Easy-Off oven cleaner
Congratulations! You've successfully transformed your discolored wooden furniture using the power of Easy-Off oven cleaner. By following these simple steps, you've rescued your furniture from the brink of being dull and orange, and it's now ready to shine with a fresh stain or paint.
Remember to prioritize safety by wearing protective gear and handling chemicals carefully throughout the process. Enjoy your revitalized furniture and the satisfaction of a job well done!
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I've been using this method for over 40 years..lol My aunt taught me, she has been doing it alot longer. 😁😅
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So glad it's a tried and true method that stands the test of time!
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I have tried this and it did not work at all! I think someone with stocks in Easy Off came up with this.
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Bummer! So sorry it didn't work out! I know the sun has an effect on it as well.. maybe that?
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