Short answer is that you will destroy lung tissue. Not sure if you mean HCl in aqueous solution or HCl gas. In the latter case, whether or not it is fatal will depend on how much you inhale, but you wonât need much. It will also harm the nose and throat. If it is dilute solution it will be a bit like choking on regurgitated stomach acid and could cause long term health problems.
Peelaway 7 Paint Remover is a suitable for use on all woods with more modern paint or varnish on. Both of these products are a paste like product that you leave on for 24/48 hours (depending on what the test area shows) and then peel off.
To remove paint from surfaces nothing beats the speed and thoroughness of a pressure washer and sand blaster. Paint removal can be an arduous task by hand, especially if you need to remove paint from large surfaces such as industrial buildings, graffiti from bridges and large walls, or other surfaces.That is why using a pressure washer, sand blaster combo is so economical. It saves time and in the long run money. Adjust and test the pressure washer/sand blasting tools, do a dry run to ensure efficient, smooth and functional operation. 2  In addition, test the water speed, sand flow, angle and distance set a piece of metal or object similar to what you will remove the paint from and stand at a reasonable distance from it.