How Do You Remove Paint From Wicker?
Few pieces of furniture are as timeless as well-made wicker. Wicker is a pliable type of wood, yet it stands up to the elements longer than most regular wooden pieces. Most types of wicker are painted at the factory they were produced in with either a colored paint or a clear varnish that brings out the wood colors. Removing this paint, and especially years of excessive paint, is not an impossible task. Recoloring or revarnishing your wicker after stripping it can transform it to look like a brand new piece of furniture. Place the piece of wicker you will be working with in a well-ventilated area, such as a garage with the garage door half open. Lay the newspaper on the floor where you will be working on the wicker piece. Make sure enough newspaper is laid down so that any splatters will be covered, or about 2 feet beyond the wicker piece on all sides. Place the wicker furniture on top of the newspaper. Weigh down the corners of the newspaper if wind or airflow moves the paper. Cut the
