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Remove paint from glass, laminate, fiberglass, metal, wood, porcelain, plastic (may etch some plastics always test a small area first), furniture, windows, brick, ceramic, counter tops, flooring, granite, marble, concrete, stone, and tile:
- Apply MAX Strip Paint and Varnish Stripper to surface
- Wait typically 15 minutes – 1 hour, up to 12 hours wait time dependent on type of paint being removed test a small area first
- For longer set time cover treated area with plastic to keep product wet and working
- Scrape softened paint from surface
- Scrub and wipe clean with warm water
*Tip MAX Strip works great to clean your paint brushes and trays!
Remove paint drips and spills from carpet or rugs:
- Pretest on an inconspicuous area
- Apply MAX Strip All Purpose Remover
- Wait 5 – 15 minutes
- Blot gently to remove with a clean, white cloth and warm water
- Reapply as needed
- Use caution not to over saturate the area with MAX Strip
Remove paint drips and spills from chairs, couches, sofas, and upholstery. Caution may not be suitable for some synthetic fabrics. Do not use on leather:
- Pretest on an inconspicuous area
- Apply MAX Strip All Purpose Remover
- Wait 5 – 15 minutes
- Blot gently to remove with a clean, white cloth and warm water
- Reapply as needed
- Use caution not to over saturate the area with MAX Strip
Remove paint from clothing. Caution may not be suitable for some synthetic fabrics. Do not use on leather:
- Apply MAX Strip All Purpose Remover to paint
- Wait 5 – 15 minutes
- Blot stain with a clean, white cloth and warm water
Warning: Before starting any paint or textured coating removal project that may contain lead or asbestos please be sure to test it first. Test kits are inexpensive and available at your local hardware store or online.
If your test is positive for lead or asbestos, MAX Strip strongly recommends that you contact a qualified, licensed restoration or renovation contractor in your area for advice and a quote. Licensed contractors will have the training, employees, safety equipment and disposal facilities available to handle the project.
Paint Disposal: MAX Strip encapsulates paint being removed and is safe to be disposed of in your household garbage. However, if you suspect there could be lead in the paint you want to remove test it first. Lead based paint must be disposed of in accordance with the laws of your area of residence.