Things we learned:
1. Use a metal scraper. After 4 layers of paint, the plastic one will get duller than a #2 during the SATs.
2. Buy the BIG can of stripper. Otherwise, you will spend just as much on the 4 small cans and the gas it takes to get there.
3. Give yourself plenty of time, but work with a deadline in mind. I think Dave and I both would have given up if not for the deadline of visiting relatives and a 3 month old without a door. Thankfully, they were gracious as Dave spent their first few hours here putting the door up.
4. Think lead. When stripping a door from 1929, assume it is simply oozing with lead. In fact, maybe paint it gray first for visual effect. Poor Norah had to cry her face off a few times so we could wash up before retrieving her from her nap.
5. And finally, don't over look that old hardware. With a little stripper and a nice sander, you will have a doorknob that is simply to. die. for.
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