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We love sharing the real-life restoration stories of homeowners and professionals who are keeping craftsmanship and history alive – one layer at a time. Each journey reflects the same passion that drives Eco-Strip: restoring, preserving, and protecting what\u2019s worth saving. These stories also highlight the importance of doing it safely, especially when lead paint is involved. From individual DIYers to professional restorations and community initiatives, you\u2019ll see how the right knowledge and tools make restoration both rewarding and responsible.
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Ever faced a restoration project with decades of paint build-up? You know the struggle: toxic fumes, endless scraping, and the constant fear of damaging precious wood.<\/p>\n

But what if you could strip even 24+ layers of paint safely, efficiently, and without harsh chemicals?<\/p>\n

Meet Fifty Three Restorations, specialists in the restoration of architectural woodwork. They recently tackled a massive project at The Colony Club in Manhattan, facing over two dozen layers of old paint. Below, they describe their project in their own words.<\/p>\n

“The Colony Club, New York City, NY<\/p>\n

Fifty Three Restorations brings innovation to wood restoration! Old dogs using new tricks. Check out this work in progress at The Colony Club in Manhattan.<\/p>\n

We’re tackling a fun project\u2014over 24 layers of paint accumulated since the last restorations but we\u2019re doing it smart.<\/p>\n

Instead of harsh chemicals or fiery heat guns, we\u2019re using the Speedheater\u2122\u202f Cobra<\/a>\u202ffrom Eco-Strip, which gently removes decades-old paint using infrared light.<\/p>\n

Infrared heats from within the paint, softening multiple layers in 1\u20133 seconds, allowing us to scrape safely clean without damaging the wood or risking toxic fumes\u2014even from old lead-based paint.<\/p>\n

The result: A smooth surface, ready for sanding, priming, and repainting\u2014all without chemicals, dust or delay.<\/p>\n

Cutting-edge tech meets craftsmanship. This project shows how we\u2019re restoring heritage wood surfaces with speed, safety, and environmental responsibility.<\/p>\n

The crew will continue to work on removing layers of paint and giving the client a pristine front opening!”<\/p>\n

Follow the restoration projects of Fifty Three Restorations on:<\/p>\n

Facebook: https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/iconicnewyorkbuildings<\/a><\/p>\n

Instagram: https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/53restorations\/<\/a><\/p>\n

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Fifty Three Restorations restoring with Speedheater\u2122 tools at The Colony Club\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\t\t\t<\/div> \n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div> \n<\/div><\/div>\n\t\t

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We were pleased to hear from Blake Beck, who with her husband, is restoring an 1850 New England farmhouse in New Hampshire. Here are Blake’s words about how they are both using the Speedheater Cobra on different projects in their restoration.<\/p>\n

“I first learned about the Speedheater through the Old House community on Instagram. Like a lot of people, my husband and I started out using chemical strippers on our old house projects. I finally reached a point where I was tired of throwing money at jug after jug of chemical stripper, the length of time wasted waiting for the stripper to do it’s job, and the horrible mess to clean up afterwards.<\/p>\n

I was able to convince my husband to make the investment in the Eco Strip Speedheater Cobra<\/a>. It was worth every penny. My husband and I have to take turns using it. He uses it on the outside of the house as he tackles a section of original siding at a time that have really difficult layers of old paint to remove. While I work on projects inside like removing the layers of paint off of door trims, baseboards, and our hidden servant stairs.<\/p>\n

Projects go so much more smoothly, results are instant, and my favorite part is how easy the clean up is. It’s very user friendly. Just be sure to always pay attention when handling it and follow the safety instructions. You will be more eager to tackle old house paint projects when you have the Eco Strip Speedheater Cobra.”<\/p>\n

Click here<\/a>\u00a0to see Blake’s restoration on Instagram<\/p>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Blake and her husband restoring their farmhouse with the Speedheater\u2122 Cobra<\/em><\/p>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\t\t\t<\/div> \n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div> \n<\/div><\/div>\n\t\t

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Meet the \"Lead Safe Tool\" Transforming Renovations<\/h4><\/span><\/span>\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div> \n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div> \n<\/div><\/div>\n\t\t
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Darren Cotton knows old homes. As the owner of a 100-year-old Craftsman Bungalow and Founder of The Tool Library in Buffalo, NY, he’s passionate about community restoration – and about tools that make the work safer and easier.<\/p>\n

That’s why his team calls the Speedheater\u2122 Cobra a “Super Tool”.<\/p>\n

“The Speedheater Cobra has become an indispensable addition to our arsenal of communally accessible tools,” Darren shares. “I’ve used it on multiple home renovation projects, including stripping woodwork and restoring my original, double-hung wood sash windows.”<\/p>\n

The Tool Library doesn’t just stock any tool\u2026 only those that get results. And the Speedheater\u2122 Cobra<\/a> delivers.<\/p>\n

What makes it special? How it fits into their Lead Safe Tool Borrowing Program:<\/p>\n

“It provides individuals with the tools and supplies they need to safely and affordably address lead-based paint hazards<\/a> in their homes.”<\/p>\n

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We\u2019d love to hear your renovation experiences using Speedheater tools! Share your story with us via our contact form at this link<\/a>.<\/p>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\t\t\t<\/div> \n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div> \n<\/div><\/div>\n\t\t

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Introducing the Speedheater\u2122 Cobra<\/h4><\/span><\/span>\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div> \n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div> \n<\/div><\/div>\n\t\t
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The Speedheater\u2122 Cobra<\/a> is the FASTEST infrared paint remover on the market. The Cobra is the perfect tool for DIY homeowners stripping doors, windows, spindles, tight spaces, furniture, and more. With its 20-year-tested infrared technology and with INCREDIBLE SPEED the new Cobra strips paint, varnish, and adhesives.<\/p>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\t\t\t<\/div> \n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div> \n\n\t

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For more information, and to purchase the Speedheater\u2122 Cobra, visit:
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