After you apply paint sripper, use power sanding to remove the remaining Imron paint.
Dupont's Imron is a polyurethane enamel used to give a glossy, durable finish to boats, planes, cars and trucks. Like any other linear polyurethane, Imron is extremely toxic when applied. Dupont does not even sell it to the general public. However, once Imron has dried and hardened, it is no more toxic than any other paint and you can safely remove it if you take a few precautions, including wearing a mask and protective clothing.
Instructions
Instructions
1. Put on protective clothing including gloves, a long-sleeved shirt, sturdy shoes and a mask to avoid inhaling dust and fumes. Work in a well-ventilated area when using paint stripper.
2. Sand blasting is a fast, effective way to remove all types of paints. The machine uses compressed air to shoot small particles at the paint. You can rent sand-blasting equipment at many home improvement stores.
3. If you don't have access to a sand blaster or if sand blasting would damage the material under the Imron, use paint stripper. Test the paint stripper on a small, concealed area to make sure the chemicals will not damage the material under the paint. Paint stripper containing methalynene chloride will remove Imron but can damage fiberglass and plastics.
4. Apply the paint stripper to the Imron enamel using a paint brush. When the Imron begins to bubble and loosen, remove the paint with a metal or plastic scrapper. When you are done, wash the surface with water to neutralize the stripper.
5. If Imron paint remains, reapply paint stripper.
6. Sand the surface by hand or with a power sander to remove any remaining Imron before applying your new coating.
