Heavy Duty Paint Stripper multi-layer paint remover DESCRIPTION AND USE Limitations Sure Klean® Heavy Duty Paint Stripper, an alkaline formula with •Product effi ciency is reduced during cold weather. Surface and air organic solvents, removes multiple layers of paint and graffi ti from temperatures should be at least 50°F (10°C) during application. masonry surfaces. Th is “slow-working,” extended-contact remover, •Contains highly alkaline ingredients. Neutralize treated surfaces remains active for 24 hours. One application of Heavy Duty with Sure Klean® Limestone & Masonry Afterwash. Paint Stripper dissolves heavy accumulations of paint, most spray •Do not use on wood. Alkaline ingredients raise the grain of wood paint, lacquers and graffi ti, restoring old masonry to its original and may interfere with paint adhesion or performance. appearance. Follow paint removal with masonry neutralizing using the appropriate Sure Klean® product. Heavy Duty Paint Stripper •Not appropriate for metal surfaces. contains no methanol, methylene chloride, or chlorinated solvents, and is water rinsable and nonfl ammable. TYPICAL TECHNICAL DATA FORM: Light brown gel ADVANTAGES SPECIFIC GRAVITY: 1.27 •Remains active up to 24 hours, cutting through heavy TOTAL SOLIDS: NA accumulations of paint and most types of graffi ti. pH: 14 •Nonfl ammable and highly eff ective on many common paint coatings. WT./GAL.: 10.6 lbs. •Gel consistency adheres to vertical surfaces; reduces spillage. FLASH POINT: >200°F (> 93°C) ASTM D 3278 •Can be applied by brush, roller or conventional airless spray FREEZE POINT: < –22°F (< –30°C) equipment. See “Equipment” section. PREPARATION Protect people, vehicles,vehicles, property,property, plants and all nonmasonrynonmasonry Heavy Duty Paint Stripper is recommended for these substrates. surfaces, and surfaces not set for cleaning from product, splash, Always test. Coverage is in sq.ft./m. per gallon. rinse, residue, fumes and wind drift. Some glass and metal fi nishes Substrate Type Use? Coverage may be damaged by exposure to paint stripping products. Test and protect if necessary. Sure Klean® Strippable Masking is not Burnished yes appropriate for use with paint stripping products. Architectural Smooth yes 50-100 sq.ft. Concrete Block Split-faced yes 5-9 sq.m. Surface and Air Temperatures Ribbed yes Cleaning when temperatures are below freezing or will be Brick yes overnight may harm masonry. Best air and surface temperatures Tile yes for cleaning are 50°F (10°C) or above. If freezing conditions exist Concrete Precast Panels yes 50-100 sq.ft. 5-9 sq.m. before application, let masonry thaw. NOTE: Hot temperatures Pavers yes or windy conditions may cause stripper to dry during long dwell Cast-in-place yes periods, causing the stripping action to stop. Reduce dwell times Brick yes to avoid drying. Tile yes Fired Clay 50-100 sq.ft. Terra Cotta yes 5-9 sq.m. Equipment Pavers yes Use caustic-resistant brushes, rollers or conventional airless Polished no NA Marble, sprayers fi tted with viton, tefl on, or other caustic-resistant seals Stripper Duty Paint Heavy Travertine, and parts. Th e spray hose should be poly-lined and chemical- Unpolished yes 50-100 sq.ft. Limestone 5-9 sq.m. resistant, pressure-rated for the spray. Spray tips need a minimum orifi ce size of 1/4” to prevent tip fouling. Spray equipment with Polished yes 50-100 sq.ft. gravity feed hopper attachments can also be used. Do not use 5-9 sq.m. Granite aluminum containers or spray equipment. Unpolished yes 50-100 sq.ft. 5-9 sq.m. Sprayers should be adjusted to the lowest possible pressure setting Sandstone Unpolished yes 50-100 sq.ft. that will produce an even fl ow of material. For the most effi cient 5-9 sq.m. spray application, large airless sprayers with a minimum capacity of 1 gallon per minute are recommended. Slate Unpolished yes 50-100 sq.ft. 5-9 sq.m. Always test to ensure desired results. Coverage estimates depend on surface texture and porosity. Rinse with pressure-water rinsing equipment fi tted with a fan- type spray tip no smaller than 15°. Equipment that provides 400 Page 1 of 3 • Item #20048 • SKHDPS - 110104 • ©Copyright PROSOCO, Inc. 2004 to 1200 psi at a fl ow rate of 4-6 gallons (15-23 liters) of water 5. Reapply stripper if needed. Shorter dwell times are usually per minute is usually most eff ective. Heated water (150-180°F; enough on second applications where only a little paint remains. 66-82°C) may improve effi ciency. Older, delicate masonry may 6. When all paint has been removed, use the appropriate Sure require reduced water rinsing pressure. Klean® cleaner to neutralize the surface and remove all traces of stripper and “pigment shadow.” Sure Klean® Limestone & APPLICATION Masonry Afterwash is an eff ective neutralizing agent for use Before use, read “Preparation” and “Safety Information.” with Heavy Duty Paint Stripper. 7. Let surface dry thoroughly before repainting. ALWAYS TEST each type of surface and paint coating for CAUTION: Failure to properly clean and “neutralize” with the suitability, dwell-time, number of applications and results before proper cleaning compound results in an alkaline residue that may overall application. Use the following application instructions. Let cause unsightly white haze and interfere with adhesion of clear test areas dry thoroughly before inspection. sealers or future paint coatings. Th ree test panels are recommended. Th e fi rst should dwell 1-2 hours, the second 4-6 hours, and the third 12 hours or overnight. Clean Up After all test panels have been pressure rinsed, evaluate results and Clean tools and equipment using fresh water. determine optimum dwell time. Repainting Dilution Where surfaces are to be repainted, the surface pH should be tested Use in concentrate. Do not dilute or alter. Stir or mix well before use. to ensure all caustic residues have been completely removed. Using pH papers, pH pen or solutions indicator, check treated surface to Window Frame Protection ensure that neutralization has been achieved. Surface pH should be Where possible, fi nish paint stripping and cleaning before replacing between 6-8 before repainting. Where surface pH is above a pH of windows. Heavy Duty Paint Stripper may harm window frames of 8, application of the appropriate Sure Klean® cleaner, such as Sure wood, metal, vinyl or other material. Take these precautions: Klean® Limestone & Masonry Afterwash is recommended. 1. Protect window frames using polyethylene secured by duct tape. Lead-Based Paint Removal Do not use masking tape. PROSOCO off ers a line of products specifi cally formulated for 2. When applying around protected frames, carefully brush apply removing lead-based paint. Enviro Klean® paint removers were to avoid contacting the protected frame surfaces. developed for lead-based paint abatement projects where removal, 3. Any accidental spill, drip, or splash must be cleaned off containment and disposal of lead containing wastes are of primary protected frames immediately to ensure that stripper does not concern. For more information on use of Enviro Klean® products, contact frame surfaces. see PROSOCO Technical Bulletin 1291-LBPA. Call Customer 4. Do not remove window frame protection until all stripping Care at 800-255-4255 for a free copy. and rinsing is complete. If protection comes loose, it must be secured before work can proceed. Other Uses Heavy Duty Paint Stripper aids in removing heavy smoke, carbon Application Instructions and mildew stains below window sills, under eaves and other areas Apply test panels according to the following procedures. General where dirt and carbon buildup is severe. Always use Sure Klean® application procedures should be determined based on testing results. Limestone & Masonry Afterwash or Sure Klean® Restoration Cleaner to neutralize the treated surface. 1. Remove all loose and peeling paint using pressure water or scraper. Let surface dry thoroughly. Heavy Duty Paint Stripper removes “vine stains” produced by vines or foliage growing on a masonry wall. Apply and let dwell Heavy Duty Paint Stripper Duty Paint Heavy 2. Apply approximately 1/8” coat of stripper. 3. Leave paint stripper on the surface until the paint is obviously for 12 hours or overnight. Pressure rinse and afterwash with Sure “lifted” or dissolved. If stripper is left on the surface unattended, Klean® Limestone & Masonry Afterwash or other Sure Klean® take precautions to prevent pedestrians from coming near Restoration Cleaner. treated surfaces. NOTE: When removing 15-20 coats of paint, Heavy Duty Paint Stripper is a caustic compound and is not a second application directly over the fi rst application (before recommended for stripping paint from wood surfaces or gypsum rinsing) often improves stripping effi ciency. Let the fi rst coat plaster. Direct contact with wood can damage or stain the wood dwell for the predetermined time before the second application. surface. Caustic strippers should never be used to strip fi nely- 4. Using pressure-rinsing equipment, thoroughly rinse the fi nished wood surfaces or wood furniture. Follow all appropriate stripper and solubilized paint from the surface. Use as much precautionary measures listed in the data sheet. water as possible. Page 2 of 3 • Item #20048 • SKHDPS - 110104 • ©Copyright PROSOCO, Inc. 2004 SAFETY INFORMATION dilute acid. Dispose of contaminated absorbent, container and Danger. Poison. Causes severe burns. Harmful or fatal if swallowed. product in accordance with local, state and federal regulations. Do not alter Harmful if inhaled. For use by professional applicators only. Keep , mix with other chemicals or dilute product or use Always protect out of the reach of children. Read precautionary measures carefully. for applications other than specifi ed. passersby,passersby, building occupants, plantings and nonmasonry surfaces from product, vapors and wind drift. Precautionary Measures Contains potassium hydroxide, alkanolamide, ammonia, Container Disposal: Hazardous when empty. Follow all dipropylene glycol monomethyl ether.