While some people may think that paint removal requires a chemical stripper and hours of work, there are plenty of non toxic paint remover options — that are kind to the environment and your lungs and they’re guaranteed to save you time!
Using natural cleaning products isn’t a new concept — but you might not have considered the toxins in most paint removers.
The active ingredients in most common paint removers are organic solvents which may damage the skin, eyes, respiratory tract, nervous system, and internal organs.
Liquid paint and varnish removers are among the most toxic products used in homes.
Paint removers in paste form are less hazardous than the liquid ones — because they only contain around 50% solvents, rather than 100% as found in the liquid ones.
So, if you’re looking for ecofriendly ways to remove paint, here are my 5 go-to non toxic paint removers: