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I have had an addition put up, and would like to keep the previously exterior brick wall exposed as an inside wall of the new living space. Unfortunately the roof line of the torn down shed is outlined with roof patch on the brick. Any good ways of removing it? Most of it has chipped off with a hammer and small pry bar, but there is still a film of tar. So far I have tried a wire brush ( not much success) and WD40 (took off the tar but left an oily stain). I am thinking of paint thinner next. Any suggestions?
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Kerosene has worked well for me in removing asphaltic stuff - but don't know how it will affect brick long term.
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Bill:
Many thanks for the tip. I have not tried it yet, but will be putting it too the test this weekend.
Again, Thank You for the info!
Jeff
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If the kerosene does not work, you could try covering the roof patch with a nice board. Depending on your decorating (and where the line runs exactly) I would think there is some potential here.
Rich Beckman
*I worked on a project, once, where the electricians, painters, and carpenters, and everyone else, worked on top of the carpeting as it was being kicked into place.We were using plenty of PL400, and it was getting all over that carpet. I thought it was ridiculous that they should continue to install carpet that was surely ruined.I was repeatedly told not to worry.After everyone was done, some guy came in and sprayed that PL400 with freon. And it came right off.I dont know if it will work for you in this instance, but maybe a comparable product is available.You might consider going to ASK JEEVES at http://www.aj.com and doing some research.Also, a maintenance supply might have something for you.Hope this helps.
*Sir,I have used ProSoCo Asphalt and Tar Remover. It's heavy duty, nasty stuff. It is designed for use onmasonry.Good luck.
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I have had an addition put up, and would like to keep the previously exterior brick wall exposed as an inside wall of the new living space. Unfortunately the roof line of the torn down shed is outlined with roof patch on the brick. Any good ways of removing it? Most of it has chipped off with a hammer and small pry bar, but there is still a film of tar. So far I have tried a wire brush ( not much success) and WD40 (took off the tar but left an oily stain). I am thinking of paint thinner next. Any suggestions?