DaveR wrote:
On 5 Apr 2005 11:48:26 -0700, "RicodJour"
wrote:

What's the best way to remove paint from red bricks? Is it a
reasonable DIY project or something for a professional?

Loose brick or brick wall?

External brick wall, surrounding a window. The former owner painted
it
white, which is a shame, because the natural brick is so much nicer.

I like the Peel Away stuff. http://www.dumondchemicals.com Major
benefits include non-toxicity and, if using the fabric, the paint comes
off in a sheet. Not sure if there's lead paint there, but if there is
you don't want to be blasting it off with water or sand and having it
get in your soil.

Pressure washing is less prone to damaging the brick than sand
blasting, but the sand will cut the paint better and remove more of the
traces.

R