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Why does nobody talk about the dangers of chemical strippers in small spaces?
I tried using a strong stripper in my garage to remove old varnish, and the fumes were awful (headache for days). Even with a mask, it seeped into the house and made everything smell. Now I stick to sanding and scraping, which takes longer but is way safer. Seriously, folks, think twice before going the chemical route.
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skyler6277mo ago
Did the label mention needing proper ventilation?
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wesley_foster447mo ago
See if the air flow note is in the same small print as the 'do not eat' warning.
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piper_davis7mo ago
Had a similar scare with paint stripper in my basement... fumes clung to everything. Ended up renting an industrial fan to push air out the window, which sort of worked. Still got a headache though, so I get why you switched to sanding. Sometimes the slow way is just safer, you know?
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