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HLW - Posted - 04/14/2026: 10:39:52
Best technique for removing pore n wipe polyurethane. Acetone, or other stripper, card scraper?
Old Hickory - Posted - 04/14/2026: 11:47:39
Google says Klean Strip Premium and Citristrip can remove wipe-on polyurethane, though you might have to let the product sit on the finish longer.
You might follow up with a paint remover wash to final residue. I expect some sanding will be required.
lightgauge - Posted - 04/14/2026: 13:28:13
Most solvents will damage bindings if you have them. I did one successfully by scraping.
Bob Smakula - Posted - 04/14/2026: 14:28:45
Though I have not refin'd a poly coated banjo in 40 years, I remember heating the finish with a hair dryer made it easier to remove.
Bob Smakula
RBuddy - Posted - 04/14/2026: 16:51:32
Mind if I ask why?
Maybe there are other remedies that don't require removal to wood.
DSmoke - Posted - 04/14/2026: 17:36:59
I've not had to remove poly, but Citristrip does a good job. I tape off celluloid just in case and scrape the finish near it.
sunburst - Posted - 04/14/2026: 18:33:06
A good, sharp card scraper is really fast, with minimal exposure to chemicals.
banjodobro56 - Posted - 04/15/2026: 10:40:19
quote:
Originally posted by Bob SmakulaThough I have not refin'd a poly coated banjo in 40 years, I remember heating the finish with a hair dryer made it easier to remove.
Bob Smakula
Be very careful using heat to remove poly finish if you have plastic binding. DAMHiKT.
Edited by - banjodobro56 on 04/15/2026 10:40:35
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