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Shop Swing Paints refinishing products, made by a family-owned company in Montreal, Quebec, since 1965. The range covers Circa 1850 paint and varnish removers, wood oils and epoxy finishes, plus Klenk's epoxy for tubs, sinks and tile. Pick by the job below.

Which Swing Paints product is right for you?

Your project/need Best choice Why
Strip paint or varnish from furniture, cabinets and flat pieces Circa 1850 Furniture Stripper Liquid. Works in about 5 minutes. Needs no afterwash or neutralizing. Non-flammable
Strip doors, trim, railings, walls or exterior wood Circa 1850 Heavy Body Remover Thick gel that clings to vertical surfaces. About 15 minutes. Wash the surface after with Furniture Stripper or mineral spirits
Refresh a worn, scratched or cracked lacquer, shellac or varnish finish without stripping Circa 1850 Furniture Refinisher Dissolves the old finish and re-forms it. Applied with 0000 steel wool. Test a hidden spot first
Oil finish for bare wood Circa 1850 Tung N Teak Oil Tung and teak oil blend with a low-lustre, hand-rubbed look
Thick, high-gloss pour-on epoxy for bar tops, tables and plaques Nu-Lustre-55 or Nu-Lustre-57 (UV-resistant) Two-part, mixed 1:1. One coat equals up to 55 or 57 coats of varnish. Choose 57 for outdoor items
Refinish a worn tub, sink, tile or appliance Klenk's Epoxy Enamel Two-part epoxy for hard, solvent-resistant surfaces. Not for plastic or heated surfaces
Refinish an acrylic or fibreglass tub, hot tub or spa Klenk's Swiss Formula ACR Two-part epoxy made for acrylic and fibreglass tubs, hot tubs and spas
Glue wood joints, veneers and cutting boards Plastic Resin Glue Powder you mix with water. Water-resistant bond

Prep/accessories: Stripping Gloves and the Maple Scraper for stripping. For tubs and tile: the Tub & Tile Prep Kit, Epoxy Thinner, Fish Eye Eliminator and Bare Bath cleaner.

Not sure which stripper, oil or epoxy you need? Contact us with your project and surface and we'll help you choose. Always read the product label and Safety Data Sheet before use.

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Swing Paints FAQ

1Which Circa 1850 stripper should I use?

Use Furniture Stripper for furniture and flat pieces. Use Heavy Body for vertical surfaces such as doors, trim and railings, and for exterior work. Swing Paints says both are non-flammable, almost odourless and safe for fine furniture. Neither is for dye stains.

2How long do I leave the stripper on?

Swing Paints lists about 5 minutes (or until the finish blisters) for Furniture Stripper and about 15 minutes for Heavy Body. Keep the area wet, work 1 to 4 sq. ft. at a time, and avoid direct sun and wind.

3Do I need to wash or neutralize the wood afterwards?

Furniture Stripper needs no afterwash or neutralizing. After Heavy Body, wash the surface with Furniture Stripper or mineral spirits. Let it dry, then sand lightly before you stain or refinish.

4What safety steps should I take with paint strippers?

Wear chemical-resistant gloves and eye protection, work with ventilation, and keep strippers away from open flame. Contents may be under pressure, so open slowly under a rag. Both strippers can soften plastic and fibreglass. Read the product label and Safety Data Sheet before use.

5Can I refinish a bathtub or hot tub with Klenk's epoxy?

Yes, if you pick the right product. Epoxy Enamel is for tubs, sinks, tile and appliances. Swiss Formula ACR is for acrylic and fibreglass tubs, hot tubs and spas. Both are two-part epoxies that need warm, low-humidity conditions. Allow at least 5 days before using the surface.

6What is the difference between Nu-Lustre-55 and Nu-Lustre-57?

Both are two-part, high-gloss epoxy finishes mixed 1:1 that cure in about 24 hours at 20 to 25 C. Nu-Lustre-57 is the UV-resistant version, which Swing Paints says stays clear when other epoxies slowly amber. Choose it for outdoor items such as signs and paddles.

7Are Swing Paints products made in Canada?

Swing Paints is a family-owned company based in Montreal, Quebec, and says its manufacturing is concentrated at a site there. Some products on this page, such as the Maple Scraper, are made of Canadian maple. For a specific product, contact us.