Paint Removal Methods For Older Buildings

WORKSHOP: PAINT REMOVAL METHODS - A focus on safe, non mechanical approaches for sensitive building substrates, old buildings, heritage assets and architectural features.

Take advantage of this first time opportunity in The Clarence Valley! Join us for a workshop combining theoretical explanation, onsite examples, physical demonstration and instruction, followed by class participation in application methods.

LEARN THE RIGHT WAY to remove multiple layers of paint from bricks, lime mortar, sandstone, weatherboard, old doors, timber windows and more. If you own an old house, like restoring buildings or furniture or are interested in heritage preservation techniques, this is for you!

✅️No expensive mechanical equipment.
✅️No prior skills needed.
✅️No dust.
✅️No noise.
✅️Non caustic.
✅️Safe to do.
✅️Sympathetic to fragile buildings.


🛠 See what happens when incorrect paint removal methods are used.
🛠 Compare various paint removal methods and retail products.
🛠 Learn the health and safety ramifications of different methods.
🛠 Learn best practice methods for preserving the fabric of old buildings.
🛠 See why our favourite method is chosen by heritage restorers the world over.
🛠 Watch a demonstration.
🛠 Participate in physically applying the best method here on a heritage cottage built in 1880.
🛠 Learn a skill for life which you can apply at home.
🛠 Take home a sample same paint removal kit*.
🛠 Connect with like minded history buffs and restorers.

Be inspired by the grounds and buildings of The Old South Arm School during this informative and practical workshop.
The workshop includes all materials needed during the day and is instructed by Jason Kemmis who professionally restores at The Curious Collie. He is passionate about antique timber and cane furniture, timber sash windows, antique doors and has a history restoring heritage homes in The Clarence Valley.

Numbers for this workshop are kept small to facilitate a personalised and dynamic learning environment.
Suitable for adults of all ages, no prior skills needed.

BOOKINGS
Time: 9AM-12 Midday.
Date: Saturday, June 14th, 2025.
Cost: $150 per person
Location: The Old South Arm School: An ongoing restoration project.179 South Arm School Rd South Arm NSW 2460

www.heritagetradesschool.com.au
Your attendance must be booked prior to arrival as spaces are limited. Please get in touch if you'd like to arrange a private group booking or to set an alternate group booking date.

*Free take home paint removal kit limited to the first 5 to book a space in this workshop session.