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what is the best way to get varnish off of teak?, will a heat gun work ,or is it too damiging to the wood?
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The subject has been covered numerous times but I'll say it again for you.

I use a heat gun. No, it won't damage the wood as long as you're careful. Just soften the varnish with the heat and scrap it off quickly.
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