Removing Paint From Fibreglass Without Ruining the Surface

If you're currently staring at an old boat or a kit car body and wondering how to start removing paint from fibreglass, you're probably feeling a mix of excitement and dread. Fibreglass is a fantastic material—lightweight, strong, and rust-proof—but it's also notoriously finicky when you want to strip it back to its original state. Unlike metal, where you can just blast away with a heavy-duty sander or harsh solvents, fibreglass requires a much softer touch. If you go too hard, you'll end up gouging the gelcoat or, even worse, compromising the structural integrity of the glass fibres themselves. ...

February 17, 2026 · 7 min · Marin Rodney