The Indasa All-Purpose Scraper is probably the best scraper for removing paint. Available online, it consists of a rigid steel handle that feels substantial in your hand and is very easy to hold. The handle itself has ridges to help your hand to grip.
Towards the business end, there is a clamp that holds a razor-sharp blade. The blades themeslves are interchangeable and double edged, so when your working edge starts to go blunt, you can turn it around and it’s back to its original, razor-sharp state again. Once that edge starts to go blunt, just swap the blade for a new one and you’re good to go again. As a painter and decorator, I wouldn’t be without mine. I use it on pretty much every job.
Everything about the Indasa All-Purpose Scraper feels substantial and solid and it removes loose paint with ease. In fact, there is no better scraper on the market for removing paint and other material. It goes through it like a knife through butter!!
The only other thing to mention is the price. You can pick them up online for about a tenner, which is dirt cheap for what you get. Replacement scraper blades are also cheap. You can’t lose really.
Review Summary
Indasa All-Purpose Scraper Review - Decorator's forum UK
An all-purpose scraper designed predominantly for use when decorating.
Product Brand: Indasa
4.4
Pros
- Sharp blade.
- Easy grip.
- Effective when removing paint.
- Well made.
- Robust.
- Reasonably priced.
Cons
- The corners of the blade can be a bit too sharp.
- The blade can come loose when you’re using it.
FAQs
What is the best thing to scrape paint with?
The best paint scraper for scraping paint is the Indasa All-Purpose. It has a razor-sharp blade which eats through paint, but it’s at a 90-degree angle, which means there is much less chance of damaging the surface you’re scraping.
Is it better to pressure wash or scrape paint?
Pressure washing is a quick way to remove loose paint. However, you can cause damage with a pressure washer, and you’re forcing water into the substrate, which can lead to problems when you come to repaint. Scraping may take longer, but you reduce the risk.
Should I scrape off old paint?
You should scrape and remove loose paint as part of your preparation before repainting. However, if the old paint is sound, then you should be able to paint over it without scraping.
What is the best thing to get paint off wood?
A good quality scraper like the Indasa All-Purpose and a paint stripper. Some people still use a heat gun, but these can be dangerous. The IR Paint Stripper is safer. Or you could go with a chemical paint stripper.
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