Can you remove an oil finish from wooden surround by dipping/stripping
 

I've seen a pine fireplace on Ebay which I'm thinking of buying.
However it looks a little orange'ish which I think may be due to the
fact that it has been oiled.
As I've had all my doors dipped back to their natural state I was
wondering would I be able to do the same with this fireplace if I
bought it? I can't see why not but just wanted to check.

Can you remove an oil finish from wooden surround by dipping/stripping
 

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I've seen a pine fireplace on Ebay which I'm thinking of buying.
However it looks a little orange'ish which I think may be due to the
fact that it has been oiled.
As I've had all my doors dipped back to their natural state I was
wondering would I be able to do the same with this fireplace if I
bought it? I can't see why not but just wanted to check.

In my experience which ain't extensive I must admit, the orange finish you
mention is more likely to be the result of oil-based varnish, which has a
tendency to yellow with age. Why not ask the seller? There is that facility
on eBay.

Andy.

Can you remove an oil finish from wooden surround by dipping/stripping