What type of paint stripper are you using? With this type of work you might have to use a Methylene chloride-based paint stripper. This is very smelly and dangerous to use (flammable) so please use caution. This is best done outside in good weather and in the shade. Using saw horses is a good idea.

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If you can't find this type of paint/varnish stripper in your area you can also sand off most layers then apply your paint stripper to finish the job.