How to remove paint from metal table legs?

Assuming you're working with a metal table with paint on its legs, you'll first need to gather some supplies. In addition to the table, you'll need paint thinners, rags, gloves, sandpaper, and a paint scraper.
Start by setting up your work area. Cover the floor with a drop cloth or old newspapers to protect against paint drips. Place the table on top of the newspapers.
Next, put on your gloves and pour some paint thinner onto a rag. Gently rub the rag over the painted surface of the table legs. Be sure to go with the grain of the metal so you don't scratch the surface.
After you've rubbed the paint thinners into the paint, let the table legs sit for a few minutes. This will give the paint thinners time to break down the paint.
Once the paint has been sufficiently broken down, use the paint scraper to scrape away the paint. You may need to use some elbow grease, but the paint should come off relatively easily.
If there are any stubborn areas of paint, sand them down with sandpaper. Once all the paint has been removed, wipe the table legs down with a clean rag to remove any residual paint thinners.
And that's it! You should now have a metal table with clean, paint-free legs.


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