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01-28-04, 01:53 PM

Morenita

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I am in the process of removing paint from the ceramic tile in my kitchen. There seems to be layers and layers of paint. Has anyone ever heard of or used a product called "Peelaway" for removing paint? I've seen their website, and most of the jobs look like industrial ventures. I'm just wondering if it's safe for my kitchen walls.

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01-29-04, 05:24 AM

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its a good product

Peelaway is a good product. Just follow directions and don't cheat on the directions.

Not sure what you'll find under the last coat of paint. Did you paint the tiles originally? Are the tiles glazed? On the wall, counter, floor?

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01-29-04, 07:51 AM

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I've removed some paint in some areas. There has to be at least four different shades of the same color of beige. I did not do any of the painting, it was done prior to me buying the house. The tile underneath is a glazed 4x4 ceramic tile used in your standard kitchen in the 50s. It is wall tile.

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