Used the wrong paint, now what?

[Flaskr]

So… I got ambitious and decided to freshen up my old wood stove with a new coat of paint, heck I thought I was doing it right, masked everything off, prepped the surface, sprayed it nice and smooth, the only problem? I just realized after the fact that the paint I used wasn't rated for high temps, first fire and it's already starting to bubble and stink guys, I'm so pained I've been laughing and its not even funny
Lesson learned the hard way, do I need to strip it all the way back to bare metal before hitting it with proper stove paint, or can I get away with sanding and recoating? very much open to tips, product recs, and cautionary tales

 

[FiresideFrida]

That's definitely an "oops" moment but it seems you're still in high spirits which is good!
Unfortunately, however, with bubbling and a smell, you'll really need to get that non-high-temp paint off.
Sanding might seem tempting, but the underlying paint will likely continue to fail and cause issues with your new coat.
It's best to strip it back to bare metal to save you inconveniences down the line.
Once you're back to bare, look for stove paint specifically rated for extreme high temperatures, that's usually 1200F or more.
Brands like Rutland, Imperial, or Forrest offer good options.
Make sure to follow the cure instructions on the can meticulously.
That's crucial for durability and avoiding future smells!

 

[JackoJ]

If it's already bubbling and stinking, that paint's gotta go...all the way down to bare metal. High-temp paint won't stick to garbage layers, laugh it off, strip it clean, and do it right.