"A. Brown" wrote in message
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Several years ago, my DH used marine spar varnish to coat the wooden
pillars and deck railing on our front porch. It's now peeling off the
wood.

I'd like to refinish it (with something else!), but am unsure of how best
to remove the existing varnish.

Suggestions please?

Wire wheel works well.

Spar varnish is usually a good choice for outdoor wood. Last year I used
Sikkens Cetol Marine on a couple of things but it is too soon to tell just
how good it is.