Restore-A-Deck Wood Stain Stripper

Makes 5 Liquid Gallons …Enough to Strip 500-1000+ Sq. Feet! Restore-A-Deck Wood Stain Stripper: the Best Deck Stripper for Wood and Decks Restore-A-Deck Wood Stain Stripper is a biodegradable, powdered concentrate that quickly removes worn finishes to restore wood surfaces. Stains and deck coatings are removed along with collected dirt, mold, mildew and mill glaze. The Restore A Deck system is a multistep deck cleaning system, and best results are achieved when using all 3 products. This product is Step 1 Stripper of the Restore A Deck system and can be substituted for or used after Restore-A-Deck Wood Cleaner. WHERE TO USE Restore-A-Deck Wood Stain Stripper removes most oil and latex based finishes including: clear sealers, transparent stains, and semi-transparent stains. As a deck stain stripper and decking stain stripper, it works on horizontal deck floors as well as vertical surfaces like railings, fences, and siding. Stripping old stain is the first step in a proper deck restoration. Read our full guide on how to prepare your deck before staining at DeckStainHelp for everything that comes next. For the specific process of removing an old, failed deck stain step by step, see DeckStainHelp’s guide to deck stripping and removing an old deck stain. How to Use Restore-A-Deck Wood Stain Stripper Mix the powder concentrate with water according to the ratio on the package, adjusting stronger for difficult finishes. Apply with a pump sprayer (or inject through a pressure washer) to fully saturate the surface. Let it dwell so the stripper can soften and break down the old coating. Rinse and pressure wash off, then neutralize with the Step 2 Wood Brightener before staining. SURFACE PREPARATION: Surfaces to be stripped must be above 50°F. Protect adjacent surfaces; cover with plastic sheets and/or tape off any adjacent areas not being stripped. Thoroughly wet and/or cover plants and shrubs. Rinsing residue will not harm plants or roots. Exposure to full strength product will burn foliage. The Restore-A-Deck Wood and Deck Stain Stripper needs to be neutralized with the Step 2 Wood Brightener. ADVANTAGES #1 Rated Wood Deck Stain Stripper Removes most clear, transparent, semi-transparent, and semi-solid coatings. Powdered formula makes 5 liquid gallons when mixed Extremely cost effective. When mixed, the cost is less than $7 a gallon. Eco-Safe formulas Preps previously stained wood and decks Safe to use on all exterior wood surfaces, not just decks Applied with pump sprayer for max results or injected through pressure washer for easier to remove finishes Can be mixed at a stronger ratio for difficult to remove finishes. Max would be 3 gallons of water to one container of Restore-A-Deck Stripper Coverage: 500-1000 sq. feet per container. What Makes This the Best Deck Stripper? Most store-shelf deck strippers are single-purpose oil-based formulas that only work on one coating type and cost more per gallon to cover the same area. Restore-A-Deck Wood Stain Stripper is a powdered concentrate, so you’re not paying to ship water — it mixes to 5 gallons per container at less than $7 a gallon, and one product handles clear sealers, transparent, semi-transparent, and semi-solid coatings. That combination of coverage, cost, and versatility is why it’s consistently rated the best deck stripper by both homeowners and contractors. Important Note: Restore-A-Deck Stain Stripper may not fully remove Solid Color Wood Stains, Paints, Varnishes, and Excessively Over-Applied Acrylic Semi-Transparent and Semi-Solid Coatings. To remove these deck and wood stain types, use the RAD Paint & Solid Stain Stripper Do you Have a Difficult to Remove Coating? Restore-A-Deck Stain Stripper Additives Restore-A-Deck StripperUse as Standalone (No Additional Additives Needed)Where To Use Horizontal & Vertical Surfaces for the below stain types. Examples: Deck Floors, most Deck Railings, etc. Stain Types Removed Most Penetrating Transparent & Semi-Transparent Oil-Based Stains. Most Heavily Weathered Penetrating Transparent & Semi-Transparent Water-Based (Acrylic) Stains. Most Clear Penetrating Sealers. Buy NowBuy NowThickening Gel AdditiveThickening Gel & Restore-A-Deck Stain StripperWhere To Use Vertical Surfaces for the below stain types. Examples: Wood Fences, Cedar & Log Homes, etc. Stain Types Removed Most Penetrating Transparent & Semi-Transparent Oil-Based Stains. Most Heavily Weathered Penetrating Transparent & Semi-Transparent Water-Based (Acrylic) Stains. Most Clear Penetrating Sealers. Buy NowBuy NowThickening Gel & BoosterUse Both Additives with Restore-A-Deck Stain StripperWhere To Use Decks, Wood Fences, Cedar & Log Homes and all Exterior Wood Surfaces for the below stain types. Stain Types Removed All Exterior Wood & Deck Stain Types in Columns 1 & 2. Most Over-Applied Transparent & Semi-Transparent Oil & Water-Based (Acrylic) Stains. Most Semi-Solid Oil-Based & Water-Based (Acrylic) Stains. Important Note: Restore-A-Deck Stain Stripper w/Addtives may not fully remove Solid Color Wood Stains, Paints, Varnishes, and “Excessively Over-Applied Acrylic” Semi-Transparent and Semi-Solid Coatings. To remove these coatings, use the RAD Paint & Solid Stain Stripper Buy NowBuy Now Restore-A-Deck Wood Stain Stripper: Frequently Asked Questions Will this deck stain stripper remove solid color stain? No. Restore-A-Deck Wood Stain Stripper is designed for clear sealers, transparent, semi-transparent, and semi-solid coatings. For solid color stains, paints, and varnishes, use the RAD Paint & Solid Stain Stripper instead, since a standard decking stain stripper won’t fully break down an opaque finish. Does this deck stripper work on oil-based and water-based stains? Yes. Restore-A-Deck Wood Stain Stripper removes most oil and latex based finishes, including clear sealers, transparent stains, and semi-transparent stains. Heavily weathered acrylic (water-based) stains typically respond well too, though very stubborn or over-applied coatings may need the Booster and Thickening Gel additives for full removal. How long does mixed stripper stay usable? Once mixed with water, the Restore-A-Deck Wood Stain Stripper solution will be effective for 1-2 months. Can I use this deck stain stripper on fences, siding, or furniture? Yes. As a decking stain stripper it’s built for horizontal deck floors, but it’s also safe on vertical wood surfaces like fences, siding, railings, and outdoor furniture, provided surface temperatures stay above 50°F during application. Do I need to neutralize after stripping? Always. Restore-A-Deck Wood Stain Stripper is a caustic formula that raises the wood’s pH as it works. Follow with the Step 2 Wood Brightener to neutralize the surface and restore the wood’s natural pH before staining; skipping this step can cause the new stain to fail early. Restore-A-Deck Stripper Application Video