PROSTRIP IS A HEAVY CAUSTIC CLEANER. EXTREME CAUTION SHOULD BE UTILIZED. CAUSES SEVERE BURNS TO SKIN AND EYES.

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

PROSTRIP was designed to remove the toughest exterior wood finishes fast. PROSTRIP will remove even the most stubborn solid colored stains and paints. Used alone PROSTRIP will effectively remove tough finishes such as CWF-UF®, Sikkens®, Cabbot® and Behr® Solids When used in combination with liquid BOOST you can quickly remove heavy applications of latex and acrylic products as well.

PROSTRIP is a highly developed dry powder formulation that mixes easily with water. Mixing your own solution allows you greater flexibility as well as tremendous savings. Even when mixed at full strength, PROSTRIP is less than 1/6 the cost of any comparable liquid formulation. PROSTRIP is extremely stable in solution, which allows you to mix a large batch at once to service several crews or simply mix enough for the job at hand. Either way this stability allows for prolonged storage of the mixed solution.

Sold exclusively to contractors, PROSTRIP will be the hardest worker on your crew!

AVAILABILITY

PROSTRIP is available in 2# & 10# containers.

DILUTION

The standard mix rate at full strength is 1/2lb per gallon of water.
NOTE: most finishes can be removed using PROSTRIP at half strength.

PRECAUTIONS

PROSTRIP should be used in a ventilated area. PROSTRIP is caustic so protective gear should be worn. Protect vegetation and surrounding surfaces. PROSTRIP will cause some species of wood to darken. PROSTRIP should always be neutralized with ProBrite brightener/neutralizer to restore proper pH and natural color.

PRODUCT USAGE

For best results always use PROSTRIP as instructed by the product label. Always perform a test patch to determine product suitability. PROSTRIP is designed for use on all exterior wood.

First apply PROSTRIP to a small inconspicuous area of about one square foot. Choose a spot on the deck, fence or siding that is well protected from the elements such as behind a bush or under a planter or mat on a deck. The idea being to choose an area that will present the greatest challenge.

After you have applied the PROSTRIP to the test patch, allow to dwell 10-15 minutes and perform a scratch test. Using a tongue depressor (or a stick) scratch with light pressure back and forth over the treated surface. If the finish can easily be removed showing bare wood stop the test and note the dwell time. If the surface resists the scratch test allow an additional 10 minutes of dwell time keeping the surface wet with PROSTRIP and perform another scratch test. When you are able to easily remove the finish with a scratching motion, note the total dwell time and rinse the surface thoroughly.

Depending on the age, type and condition of the finish you are removing, the dwell time can be anywhere from 10 - 30 minutes. The dwell time may be longer if there are multiple coats of finish that need to be removed.

PRODUCT APPLICATION

When applying PROSTRIP be sure to take necessary masking precautions. Protect all adjacent surfaces that are not to be stripped. Protect vegetation from direct over spray. PROSTRIP will cause spotting on some plants. This will only effect existing foliage. New growth will not be effected.

Apply product from bottom to top being careful to saturate the entire surface you intend to strip. When working on large areas, keep the product wet for the duration of the dwell time. If the product dries, it has quit working. For best results keep wet with a mist of PROSTRIP.

When stripping a cedar home or log cabin treat the bottom three courses of an entire wall then work back treating the next three courses. Continue in this manner until you have reached the top of the wall. Keep the surface wet with an additional misting of PROSTRIP as necessary.

FINISH REMOVAL

Perform a scratch test on the finish being sure to pick a spot that would likely be the toughest to remove. If the finish can easily be scratched off revealing bare wood beneath you are ready to rinse. If the finish is not easily removed, allow additional dwell time keeping the surface wet.

When you are ready to rinse the surface use a pressure washer at the lowest possible pressure. 600 - 900 PSI is ideal. Work following the same pattern you used when applying the PROSTRIP. Rinsing should be done in a sweeping motion, fanning your strokes at the beginning and end. After you have removed the finish from the entire surface you should rinse, rinse, and rinse.

NEUTRALIZATION

After rinsing, apply ProBrite to restore the woods natural color and pH.