Getting under those layers of old paint might reveal a valuable piece of furniture.
Some pros dunk pieces in a vat of chemicals.
Because of environmental regulations, many dip strippers have switched to flow-over systems, in which the chemicals are circulated through a pump and hosed onto the piece. According to Maxwell, stripping furniture is best done by hand. So if you do decide to have a pro do the work, look for a shop that does the work by hand. Tools you'll need. Before you begin stripping, you'll need the proper safety equipment and a few tools.