ZDOZITZ Trim Puller Pry Bar - Skirting Board Removal Tool, Removal Multi-Tool for Skirting Board, Baseboard, Molding, Siding and Flooring Removal, Remodeling

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Alternative Tool: If you don’t have a heat gun, a hair dryer might work, though it might not be as efficient due to its lower heat output. Its functions are similar to electric brakes. It slows down or stops when you place it on your skirting boards at too much speed. It prevents scratches, and you will get a better finishing with this tool. It is also built with high-quality materials.

Orbital sanders move in tight and rapid orbital actions. It will not leave behind any scratches. They are also comfortable to use. Most of them come in lightweight designs. It makes an orbital sander easy to maneuver as well. Using a brush or sponge, uniformly apply the chemical stripper onto the painted regions or a varnish stripper incase the skirting board is varnished. It's not really necessary although it's recommended, especially if you already know you'll replace your skirting boards -it's hard to remove skirting boards without damaging the plaster at all. If you are just plastering then keep in mind skirting boards can also be plastered!Another factor that determines the power is time. The more powerful your electric sander is, the faster you will finish your task. However, you should also keep in mind that sanders with lower power can do delicate jobs better. Then you'll need a drill with a small drill bit. Simply drill small holes down the length of the line in close succession. Ensure that you're drilling through to the other side of the skirting. Due to this, you will need to identify where the screws are and dig out the filler to unscrew them.

If the skirting boards are on a stud wall and they have been screwed, this is probably the most challenging. The reason for this, is you can’t simply lever them off the wall. Instead you will need to unscrew them.Although removing skirting boards can get messy, it’s a relatively straightforward DIY job when you know how to remove skirting. You can call a professional tradesperson if you’re not an experienced DIYer or worried about damaging the wall or surrounding cables and pipes. Can you reuse skirting boards? It might sound like a simple job, but it’s easy to damage walls or electrics when attempting to remove old skirting boards.