{"product_id":"wood-stripper-deck-stain-remover","title":"EXPERT Wood Stripper™ Heavy-Duty Caustic Coating \u0026 Stain Remover","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eProfessional Deck \u0026amp; Fence Stain Stripper – Sodium Hydroxide \/ Sodium Metasilicate Blend\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eRemove oil-based stains, solid color stains, semi-transparent finishes, and old paint with a professional-grade wood stripper engineered for serious exterior restoration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eEXPERT Wood Stripper™ is a high-performance caustic powder designed to break down bonded coatings and return wood surfaces to bare wood, allowing new stain to penetrate properly and last longer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e⚠️ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eProfessional-use product. Requires proper PPE and safety precautions.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFree shipping on 5 Gallon buckets for the Continental USA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDescription\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0267\/8806\/9429\/files\/wood-stripper-image.png?v=1668057569\" class=\"badge-log\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eHeavy-Duty Wood \u0026amp; Deck Stripper for Full Restoration Projects\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eWhen a deck or fence has peeling stain, layered coatings, or built-up oil finishes, cleaning alone is not enough.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eEXPERT Wood Stripper™ uses a powerful Sodium Hydroxide \/ Sodium Metasilicate blend to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e✔ Dissolve oil-based stains\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e✔ Break down solid color stains\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e✔ Loosen embedded pigments\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e✔ Lift peeling finishes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e✔ Remove multiple layers of old coatings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e✔ Strip to bare wood for proper restoration\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/66iTFmUbXw4?si=37ZXgM5FakMEZPMr\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal for:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e• Cedar decks\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e• Pressure-treated decks\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e• Fence restoration\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e• Siding\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e• Exterior wood surfaces\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e• Heavy maintenance projects\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIf you’re changing stain colors or switching from oil-based to water-based systems, stripping is often mandatory for long-term performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy a Powder Stripper Is Superior\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e✔ Concentrated formula\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e✔ Adjustable strength\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e✔ Long shelf life\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e✔ Lower shipping weight\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e✔ Mix only what you need\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEXPERT Wood Stripper™ is a professional-grade coating remover designed for exterior wood restoration projects.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eSystem Positioning\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eStep 1 – Wood Stripper™ (Heavy Coating Removal)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eStep 2 – Wood Brightener (Neutralize \u0026amp; Restore Tone)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eStep 3 – Stain \u0026amp; Seal Application\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eProper restoration always starts with proper preparation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/o26pR9Mzs7s?si=w80LGncznitj079E\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eMixing Ratios (Cold Water Only) \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAlways mix with cold water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e• Light Strip: 1\/4 cup per gallon\u003cbr\u003e• Medium Strip: 1\/2 cup per gallon\u003cbr\u003e• Heavy Strip: 1 cup per gallon\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eUse mixed solution within 6 hours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSafety Warning\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis is a powerful caustic product. Always read the SDS before use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlways wear:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e• Chemical-resistant gloves\u003cbr\u003e• Eye protection\u003cbr\u003e• Respirator\u003cbr\u003e• Protective clothing and footwear\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eDo not mix with other chemicals. Keep away from children, pets, plants, painted surfaces, and surrounding materials that may be damaged.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis is a powerful caustic chemical.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e⚠️ Will burn skin\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e⚠️ Can damage plants\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e⚠️ Can remove paint from nearby surfaces\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e⚠️ Must not be mixed with other chemicals\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlways wear:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e• Chemical-resistant gloves\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e• Eye protection\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e• Respirator\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e• Long sleeves\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e• Protective footwear\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eProtect vegetation and surrounding surfaces before use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eApplication Overview\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col start=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003ePre-wet surface\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eApply generously with a sprayer or brush\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAllow 15–45 minute dwell time\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eKeep the surface wet during dwell\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eScrub if necessary\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eRinse thoroughly with the lowest effective pressure\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e⚠️ Stripper must remain wet to remain active.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eMandatory Neutralization\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAfter stripping:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e✔ Apply Wood Brightener (Oxalic Acid)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e✔ Neutralize pH\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e✔ Restore natural wood color\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e✔ Rinse thoroughly\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e✔ Allow 24–72 hours dry time\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e✔ Wood moisture must be 13% or lower before staining\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eSkipping neutralization can cause stain adhesion failure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePro Advice \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"main-post-pro\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"grid grid--uniform\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- Card 1: Is Your Patio Hard on Bare Feet? Five Tips to Help --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"grid__item small--one-whole medium-up--one-third pro-blog\"\u003e\u003ca class=\"article__link\" href=\"https:\/\/fencearmor.com\/blogs\/news\/is-your-patio-hard-on-bare-feet-five-tips-to-help\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0267\/8806\/9429\/files\/Is_Your_Patio_Hard_on_Bare_Feet__Five_Tips_to_Help_848d5796-dd01-435d-a5f0-cfe41fb3772d.png?v=1761205066\" alt=\"Is Your Patio Hard on Bare Feet? Five Tips to Help\" style=\"width: 100%; height: auto; display: block; border-radius: 4px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"post-title\" style=\"margin: 12px 0 0; line-height: 1.35; text-align: center; color: #0b3d2e; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eIs Your Patio Hard on Bare Feet? Five Tips to Help\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Card 2: Don’t Just Protect—Restore Your Fence \u0026 Deck Wood --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"grid__item small--one-whole medium-up--one-third pro-blog\"\u003e\u003ca class=\"article__link\" href=\"https:\/\/fencearmor.com\/blogs\/news\/dont-just-protect-your-fence-deck-wood-restore-it\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0267\/8806\/9429\/files\/Don_t_Just_Protect_Your_Fence_Deck_Wood_Restore_It_94ae540f-b249-4218-b501-e95068fdbff1.png?v=1761205073\" alt=\"Don’t Just Protect—Restore Your Fence \u0026amp; Deck Wood\" style=\"width: 100%; height: auto; display: block; border-radius: 4px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"post-title\" style=\"margin: 12px 0 0; line-height: 1.35; text-align: center; color: #0b3d2e; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eDon’t Just Protect—Restore Your Fence \u0026amp; Deck Wood\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Card 3: Decking Products You Didn’t Know You Needed to Consider --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"grid__item small--one-whole medium-up--one-third pro-blog\"\u003e\n\u003ca class=\"article__link\" href=\"https:\/\/fencearmor.com\/blogs\/news\/decking-products-you-didn-t-know-you-needed-to-consider\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0267\/8806\/9429\/files\/Decking_Products_You_Didn_t_Know_You_Needed_to_Consider.png?v=1761204934\" alt=\"Decking Products You Didn’t Know You Needed to Consider\" style=\"width: 100%; height: auto; display: block; border-radius: 4px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"post-title\" style=\"margin: 12px 0 0; line-height: 1.35; text-align: center; color: #0b3d2e; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eDecking Products You Didn’t Know You Needed to Consider\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eFAQ\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does EXPERT Wood Stripper™ remove?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIt removes oil-based stains, solid color stains, semi-transparent stains, and old coatings from exterior wood surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill it remove water-based stain?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIn many cases, yes. Stronger mix ratios may improve performance on stubborn water-based finishes. Always test a small area first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need to use wood brightener after stripping?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eYes. Neutralizing with EXPERT Wood Brightener™ is required after stripping to correct pH, restore wood tone, and prepare for staining.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow long should I let it dwell?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eTypically 15–45 minutes depending on coating thickness and temperature. Keep the surface wet during the full dwell time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this a maintenance cleaner?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eNo. This is a heavy-duty stripping product for restoration projects, not routine cleaning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it dangerous?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eYes. This is a professional-grade caustic chemical. Use proper PPE and follow the SDS and label instructions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p4\"\u003eSDS Info \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0267\/8806\/9429\/files\/2024-SDS-WOOD_STRIPPER.pdf?v=1771517572\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDownload Safety Data Sheet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEXPERT Professional Wood Care products do not and cannot guarantee to kill or eliminate organic growth, mold, mildew, algae, and other microorganisms from the use of our EXPERT 3-Step System. The EXPERT Professional Wood Care products have not been certified by the Environmental Protection Agency \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Canadian Fence Armor","offers":[{"title":"8 oz","offer_id":46522063945889,"sku":"504-08","price":19.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"32 oz","offer_id":46522063978657,"sku":"504-32","price":65.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 Gallon","offer_id":46522064011425,"sku":"504-01","price":115.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 Gallons","offer_id":46522064044193,"sku":"504-05","price":399.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0725\/1686\/2113\/files\/WOOD_STRIPPER.png?v=1780933724","url":"https:\/\/fencearmor.ca\/products\/wood-stripper-deck-stain-remover","provider":"Canadian Fence Armor","version":"1.0","type":"link"}