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When To Use RAD PaintStrip Wood Stripper

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RAD™ PaintStrip & Solid Wood Stain Stripping Gel

RAD Paint Strip 5 Gallon

R-A-D™ PaintStrip is the right choice for almost any paint or solid stain stripping project. R-A-D™ PaintStrip is eco-friendly, works fast (starts working within 5 minutes), and removes up to 5 layers of most paints in 30-45 minutes, and up to 15 layers in 24 hours. R-A-D™ PaintStrip stays wet for 24+ hours, allowing you to strip larger areas without having to reapply.

Note: Our regular stain stripper, Restore-A-Deck Stain Stripper will remove 80-90% of all exterior and wood and deck stains. It does have its limitations with certain coating types and is the reason we have introduced R-A-D™ PaintStrip.

When Should You Use RAD™ PaintStrip on Wood Decks

R-A-D™ PaintStrip is best used when removing any extremely thick coatings like paint or solid stains. If you have a coating that is non-transparent and peeling, then the R-A-D™ PaintStrip is the right choice for you. Much easier than power sanding or grinding to remove these coating types.

Examples of Wood Coatings R-A-D™ PaintStrip Removes

  • Solid Color Wood Stains, Paints, Varnishes
  • Excessively Over-Applied Semi-Transparent and Semi-Solid Coatings
  • Filming Acrylic Wood Stain Coatings such as Behr Wood Stains, Thompsons, Olympic, SuperDeck, Benjamin Moore ArborCoat, Valspar, PPG/Pittsburgh, and any other exterior wood and deck stains

R-A-D™ PaintStrip Deck Paint and Wood Coating Advantages

  • PROFESSlONAL STRENGTH Fast-Acting Paint Stripping Gel
  • Removes up to 15 layers of latex and oil paints, varnish, stains, lacquers, and more in a single application
  • Stays Wet for 24+ Hours for Difficult Stripping Projects
  • No Need to Neutralize with Restore-A-Deck Wood Brightener
  • Eco-Friendly, Non-Flammable & No Harsh Fumes
  • Safe to use on all exterior wood surfaces, not just decks

Coverage: 100 sq. feet per gallon

Have Questions on Stripping Your Stain or Paint?

Ask below in the comment section. Please include any on the brand that was used and the type of stain. Pictures will help as well.

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Mike Schauf
Mike Schauf
6 months ago

Can I apply RAD paint stripper to a wet surface/Deck…. i.e. after a period of rain?

CJ*
CJ*
8 months ago

Hello!! Just moved into our house not too long ago and are re-doing the deck. It looks like it was a solid paint used that’s now peeling off and it’s over 90 degrees during the day. Would it be best to apply the paint stripper later in the day and allow it to sit on the entire deck overnight then powerwash it off in the morning? Do I need to spray water on the gel to keep it wet? Is leaving it on over night unnecessary? Sorry for all the questions, this is my first time renovating a deck.

Thank you!

Trey
Trey
8 months ago

Hello! I have been trying to research how to redo my deck. I am not sure what product(s) to use and in what order. It is a floating flat 16×20 deck with a solid stain that was placed over a semi-transparent stain. I am in central IL and the weather here is hot; when should I start on this task (time of year)?

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Trey
Trey
8 months ago
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What shall I use to strip the old stain? So I need to sand it, water pressure, or a product you offer? Sorry new to all this.. Thanks !

Kenny
Kenny
8 months ago

I do not know what was the original used on these beams on my house. However, it does appear it is a film forming finishing as you can see the gloss on some of the pictures where it isn’t exposed to the sun. I have a few questions

  1. Will RAD PaintStrip be able to remove this?
  2. When I pressure wash off RAD PaintStrip, will I need to cover my windows and walls? Or is the product non-reactive after 24 hours? Will it kill my plants?
  3. Are the following steps correct when using this product?

a. Apply RAD PaintStrip with a roller brush and leave for 24 hours
b. Pressure wash after 24 hours to remove film and reapply as required.
c. Apply wood penetrating stain

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Larry
Larry
10 months ago

What is the best way to apply this? What is its consistency?

Larry
Larry
10 months ago
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Thank you.

Larry
Larry
10 months ago

Will this stripper remove the paint on the metal pickets or balusters that some decks have?

Trisha
Trisha
10 months ago

We used Olympic Maximum Semi-Transparent Cedar Tone Stain + Sealer about 9 years ago. I’m trying to decide if I need to use RAD Stripper or RAD Paint Stripper.

Trisha
Trisha
10 months ago
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I uploaded pictures to the original post. Did you get them?

Trisha
Trisha
10 months ago
Reply to  Trisha

Here are the photos

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Trisha
Trisha
10 months ago
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Here are the rest

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Kevin Scott
Kevin Scott
10 months ago

Hello. Will be stripping an ipe deck with the RAD paint stripper product this week starting tomorrow. My question is: can the stripper can be applied to damp surfaces?

There is a likelihood that the stripper may have to be applied in stages, (different days), due to deck size. If I pressure wash off Monday’s application of stripper on Tuesday, can I continue application of the paint stripper on Tuesday even though unstripped adjacent areas are damp due to the pressure washing?

Neil
Neil
11 months ago

I am using RAD paint stripper on a deck that wraps around three sides of the house. When power washing off will it damage vinyl siding or vinyl railings, or shrubs. I understand direct contact with product might cause some damage, but do I need to be concerned about it when power washing?

Neil
Neil
11 months ago
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Thanks. Do I need to brighten before staining after using the paint stripper?
neil

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