Thanks to all the suggestions. I am taking my time on this project as it
will be a non-paying one and I have no plans for its future home. We
don't have a need for it but it was such a beautiful piece of history I
couldn't bear to see it destroyed. A neighbor gave it to me so the cost
of restoration will be minimal. I had not thought of the milk paint but
that sounds like a good idea. Seems like Rockler has that paint. As to
leaving it like it was, that was not an option for me although I know
that is a popular option. (Antiques Roadshow!!!)

W.


Walter Johnson wrote:
This chair was rescued from a potential bonfire. It is likely 100+ years
old and I want to remove the old paint and start over with bare wood.
Any suggestions on how to remove the old paint? Any suggestions for a
finish? It is my belief that chairs of this vintage were painted rather
than finished with natural wood finish. It appears to have been red then
green. I am thinking green or blue as a finish color.

Walter.

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