Remove paint from stained wood floor

[MantisMan]

Hello, I hope this is the correct thread.............

Before I moved into my Condo, the person who haphazardly painted the ceiling did not cover the floor, so therefore, there are a few drops of paint (white) on the wooden flooring.

I'd like to remove the paint without removing the stain. I think Turpentine would do that but not sure.

Do you recommend a brand or product?

Lastly, I'd like to put a coat of oil on the same floor and shine it up. It looks thirsty.

I was thinking of using coconut oil being that I live on Koh Samui. I know the house will reek of the smell. Do you think this a bad idea?

If so, what would you recommend?

Thank you for your help.

Edited December 5, 2013 by MantisMan

[PoorSucker]

Have you tried with a blunt knife.?

For oiling the floor, use linseed oil.

How big area are we talking about?

[Crossy]

+1 on the blunt knife, followed by soapy water and a mild abrasive pad if necessary.

[bankruatsteve]

Blunt knife = putty knife

[Crossy]

Blunt knife = putty knife

I was thinking about one from Wifey's cutlery draw

[bankruatsteve]

Blunt knife = putty knife

I was thinking about one from Wifey's cutlery draw

For shame Crossy. Knives is wife's cutlery should be sharp and never used as a tool. But, I guess that's another topic.

Edited December 5, 2013 by bankruatsteve

[PoorSucker]

Blunt knife = putty knife

I was thinking about one from Wifey's cutlery draw

For shame Crossy. Knives is wife's cutlery should be sharp and never used as a tool. But, I guess that's another topic.

No, the knifes my wife use gets blunt right away.

I lock up my knives.

What's the point with letting her have my expensive knives when she uses them to cut paper and plastics (one time electric cable).

[MantisMan]

Have you tried with a blunt knife.?

For oiling the floor, use linseed oil.

How big area are we talking about?

First of all, thank you everybody for your replies.

I've got a putty knife but a bit worried I may scratch the wood as well as using anything abrasive, but I'll pick a spot that is close to the wall or something and test it out.

About the linseed oil, where can I get that on Samui?

Doesn't have a strong odor? So, you don't recommend coconut oil for this?

Anyways, thanks. I'll look around BigC/Lotus.

EDIT>>>>>>>>>

I think I'll pour hot water on them first and let them sit in it, then try the putty knife. May have to consider a sharper blade like razor or cutter......will report back with results....

Edited December 5, 2013 by MantisMan

[PoorSucker]

Linseed oil is used by all artists here on Samui.

Mixes well with oil paint, can be bought for 700 baht / gallon (PM me)

Read also this thread about tung oil on Samui.

http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/646634-tung-oil/

More tips here.

http://voices.yahoo.com/the-green-way-clean-hardwood-floors-7253952.html

[MantisMan]

Linseed oil is used by all artists here on Samui.

Mixes well with oil paint, can be bought for 700 baht / gallon (PM me)

Read also this thread about tung oil on Samui.

http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/646634-tung-oil/

More tips here.

http://voices.yahoo.com/the-green-way-clean-hardwood-floors-7253952.html

Thanks for the link.

I went to that shop they talked about in Nathon and they had TEAK oil, 3.50L at 1050bt.

Same was found at HomeMart in Maenam, 3.50L at 899bt.

As an experiment, I found a method on the net.

They use veggie oil and mix it with either vinegar or lemon juice to thin it out.

If it doesn't work out, I'll try the TEAK oil, but damn.......3.50L. That's a lot. Think I'll make moonshine with the remainder...

I've got an additional two wooden doors and some wooden shutters as bathroom doors.

I'll test it on on one of them and see how it works.

Some complaints were that Olive, Soy, Corn oils turn rancid.That's because it's too thick, hence the lemon or vinegar addition.

Also learned that it's a good way to take care of your wooden cutting boards, after you've rubbed them with salt.......

Shall report later on results.