Removing powder coat paint from metal

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#318224 28-Dec-2024 12:24

I've got a powder coated computer case I want to refinish. Any advice on how to easily remove the existing powder coat finish? I've tried paint stripper from M10 but it doesn't work and I'm trying to avoid sanding if possible.

Maxistrip 30 claims to remove powder coat, has anyone tried it?

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#3325301 28-Dec-2024 12:49

Getting it sandblasted could be an option but I have no idea what that may cost. Where are you based?

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#3325306 28-Dec-2024 13:01

paint over it?

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#3325315 28-Dec-2024 14:09

I've not tried products from Mitre 10, but avoid the 'green' stuff from Bunnings... it's almost useless. The nasty Poly stuff in the yellow container should do the job.

There are multiple types of powder coat, so performance may vary with different products.

We had the guy from Cooper's Strip Club come to our place and demonstrate his product on an old kitchen cabinet door. We'd previously sent him one so he could make a video showing the use of his product on that type of finish (can't find it online). I asked him if he could spray a little on some powder coat (Dulux Duralloy) and it removed the powder coat with ease.

I like their product and can definitely recommend it. Much nicer to work with than the other nasty stuff on the market.

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#3325355 28-Dec-2024 15:52

The "original formula" poly brand from Bunnings is what you want. Banned in the USA ingredient is great and works.

Outside with a proper organic vapour respirator tho. Don't be a dumbass and think a dust mask will help you.

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#3325371 28-Dec-2024 16:53

SirHumphreyAppleby:

We had the guy from Cooper's Strip Club come to our place and demonstrate his product on an old kitchen cabinet door. We'd previously sent him one so he could make a video showing the use of his product on that type of finish (can't find it online). I asked him if he could spray a little on some powder coat (Dulux Duralloy) and it removed the powder coat with ease.

I like their product and can definitely recommend it. Much nicer to work with than the other nasty stuff on the market.

Thanks! Cooper's got it off. Needed a couple of coats but got there.

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#3325479 28-Dec-2024 18:47

Great result. How are you going to re-finish it?

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#3325810 29-Dec-2024 12:53

eracode:

Great result. How are you going to re-finish it?

Just using rattle cans. Going for a matt black. Just finished the first coat and its looks OK. Not expecting miracles but anything is better than the original scratched paint work.