About Us

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About us

  • Our business started in 1978 and still remains under the same ownership making us the longest established paint stripping company in the North East by many years.
  • Through 35 years of paint stripping and french polishing experience our system is renowned for it’s ability to remove paint without damaging the delicate wood underneath.
  • We pride ourselves on our long standing reputation for quality, attention to detail and customer care.
  • Be aware of low standard imitators, your furniture deserves to be treated well. Warping, joint loosening and door panel damage are common issues reported in low quality stripping businesses.

Our owner

Derek Wilcox

Derek Wilcox

Director and Owner

Derek Wilcox has owned Dip ‘n Strip for 30 years starting on the Team Valley before moving premises to Birtley. Recently Derek received the great honour of carrying the Olympic Torch in recognition of 25 years volunteer coaching of young athletes in the North East.