Carpentry and Woodworking - removing White Wash from wooden ceiling
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Texas_DJT
01-06-09, 12:22 PM
I just bought a house and the previous owner white washed the wooden ceiling in the living room. I want to remove it and stain it with a darker stain. Is there an easy way to remove the white wash from the ceiling?
marksr
01-06-09, 01:38 PM
Welcome tothe forums!
Depending on what type of 'white wash' was used, it may come off with a solvent or may need a paint remover. You will also need to do sanding. No easy way - it will all take elbow grease :eek:
Depending on what type of 'white wash' was used, it may come off with a solvent or may need a paint remover. You will also need to do sanding. No easy way - it will all take elbow grease :eek: