Would this work just as well stripping paint off the deck surface, or should i stick with the wand? I have paint/stain peeling , I want good results,
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You should probably just stick with the wand. This gives the pressure of the white nozzle so it works best just on dirty surfaces. To strip paint I would think the yellow nozzle at least would be needed. I tried to take mildew off an astroturf surface and it did not do a good job at all. I suppose you could change the nozzles and get one that gives more pressure and try that but I would suggest sticking with the wand. I was using a 3000 psi machine and those are the results I got with it.
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Depends upon the power of your machine (volume and pressure, not just pressure) as well as the deck paint you are removing. If it is strong enough, it will do a much more uniform job that you could ever do by hand, and without the hot spots manual stripping can create. Hope that helps.
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We say stick with the wand. The only thing we like it for nowadays is when one needs to confine spray (like keeping it away from planting beds). Overall, we find the wand to be more effective/efficient.
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I am currently using it for that purpose... I did use it on the exterior of my house, and it did the job well, but have transitioned to the interior an seems to be working alright. Tried it on my fir floors and worked, but have a lot of square footage to cover so will probably use stripper for that. Have tall base and wide window trim that it seems to rehab well, so, so far I am impressed with this machine... Used a hitachi version that I liked a bit better than this one, but this seems competent. The metabo bits are a little pricey but easier than a scraper and cheaper than new wood!
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Yep - pressure and "float" height are adjustable, cleans very quickly, then you have to use standard wand for places the housing could not get in to - great tool. I have used it on concrete and PT wood deck, height adjustment is handy if you have cupped boards/popped nails, etc. I used it to prep deck for Restore product application. No worries. Full pressure WILL roughen wood surface on new boards, at least with my 2700psi washer.
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This works on everything. I suggest you put some on a Qtip, roll it on a paper towel to control the amount , swipe it, do not rub..have a polish ready to stop the removal. If it soaks in you will loose paint and have a streak or pit.
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they call it a house and deck cleaner. contact them to be sure. the stains on my roof are fading. i use a product called jomax on my siding and it works fairly well.
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I would say yes that should work fine. The pressure washing will remove all the dirt and probably some of the original stain too. That will prepare the surface for the restore product. Just make sure to let your deck dry for a few days before applying restore and dry again for a few days after application. You can add water to the restore as needed and use a standard paint roller. They suggest buying the same color in the restore stain and applying that between the boards before starting.
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If you are planning on using it on painted walls, cabinets, I would not dally on one spot for too long. It may harm the paint. It will get the tobacco stains off walls and cabinets but so will a spic n span or lysol or Murphy's Oil Soap. It is all work and using either takes about the same amount of time. I do like the steam machine for freshening up carpets cleaning sofa, reclining chairs, mattresses. Use white towels on attachments and scrub, You would not believe the dirt on ones sofa from your pet. We have a Shih tzu, such a little dog, just 10 pounds. So I would imagine it would also remove tobacco odor from those items as well. Good luck If you are planning on using it on painted walls, cabinets, I would not dally on one spot for too long. It may harm the paint. It will get the tobacco stains off walls and cabinets but so will a spic n span or lysol or Murphy's Oil Soap. It is all work and using either takes about the same amount of time. I do like the steam machine for freshening up carpets cleaning sofa, reclining chairs, mattresses. Use white towels on attachments and scrub, You would not believe the dirt on ones sofa from your pet. We have a Shih tzu, such a little dog, just 10 pounds. So I would imagine it would... » Read More If you are planning on using it on painted walls, cabinets, I would not dally on one spot for too long. It may harm the paint. It will get the tobacco stains off walls and cabinets but so will a spic n span or lysol or Murphy's Oil Soap. It is all work and using either takes about the same amount of time. I do like the steam machine for freshening up carpets cleaning sofa, reclining chairs, mattresses. Use white towels on attachments and scrub, You would not believe the dirt on ones sofa from your pet. We have a Shih tzu, such a little dog, just 10 pounds. So I would imagine it would also remove tobacco odor from those items as well. Good luck « Show Less
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That is exactly what I am using this for and it it working perfectly. When I initially put it down it left a chalky residue on my newly painted deck (which greatly concerned me.) However after the first couple of rains the residue washed off not only the deck but also the pad itself.
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I have had no problem just pulling it off but imagine if it won't pull off you could use a putty knife. Mine did not stain my very light paint but it was only up there for a short while. I think the type of wall covering/paint would determine how to remove any stain if there was one.
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That is what I primarily use it for. I have a rather large 2-tiered deck. Although it didn't clear it right down to the wood, it did clear enough off for me to be able to walk around. Since it cleans all but about a 1/4 of an inch of snow off the deck, I would say no to it damaging the wood.
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It will get it off but you will then have to wire brush and still sand a bit. Sandblasting or using a DA is better IMO, this stuff is good for smaller stuff.
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I have not used the paint shaver pro however I am very pleased with this unit. I stripped clapboards on my house quickly. It is messy. Paint chips fly everywhere. Use safety glasses and a ball cap if you don't want to be picking paint chips out of your hair for the next three days! Practice first on a scrap piece. There is a certain technique to get used to.
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Yes it should take the streak off your wall without damaging the paint. The only thing that you should be aware of is if the paint job is not new and your walls are a little dirty you will be able to tell where you used the magic eraser verse where you did not in certain lights.
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You have to watch witch wand you use. The adjustable wand has very pine point to fan that's the one I use to take paint off the concert driveway and under the eves so I can adjusting to to remove paint and not the wood.
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There are so many other better methods to prep your staircase that the PaintEater would be like trying to thread a needle with a sledge hammer. 3M's "Safest Stripper" works really well, and would spare your trim. The PaintEater on the other hand, would probably devour it. I've used it as a light-duty grinder to prepare a roof deck, so even with a gentle touch, you could end up doing a world of damage. You'd also have quite a cleanup. I lay plastic sheeting down outside, and STILL end up with a mess. Short answer? Don't risk it.
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This will sand, remove anything your looking to remove. I bought it for a deck project. It removed 1/4" from treated "(wet)" boards with very little effort. The only thing I would caution you with, is it is an animal! Not for light sanding work.
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I own/use the paintshaver pro and the metabo. I preferred the metabo and my crew of workers used to argue who got to use it. The paintshaver pro is aggressive and will gouge the woodwork. The metabo on any setting never gouged. They strip equally fast, the metabo area needs less prep before paint in my experience. I suggest buying an extra set of blades for either one. Hitting hidden nails dulls them and I've learned the hard way and had to order them and wait for delivery. If I wouldve known i would have bought 2 metabos instead of one paintshaver pro. Oh and also the vaccume you hook it up to makes a big difference also. Hope this review helps your anticipation