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Acetone

Acetone is a clear, colorless liquid widely used as a solvent for various plastics and degreasers. It is also effective for prepping metal surfaces before painting. This product is technical-grade...

Denature Alcohol

Denatured alcohol is a cleaning agent commonly used to remove dirt, grease, glue, wax, and other types of grime from a variety of hard surfaces. Denatured alcohol, also known as methylated spirits or...

Fast Acting Stripper Paste

Fast Acting Stripper is a thixothropic stripping compound designed for removing coatings and epoxies from masonry, wood and metal surfaces. It also removes oil, grease and waxes from concrete decks,...

IPA 99

IPA (Isopropyl Alcohol) is a solvent used widely as a cleaning fluid across several various industries.

Mineral Spirits

Mineral Spirits are a clear product used commonly as a paint thinner for oil-based paint as well as for cleaning and degreasing machine parts and tools.

Paso

Skip the sanding and get straight to painting with Paso! This powerful cleaner removes wax, grease, and polish, preparing your surface in one easy step—no rinsing or neutralizing needed. Paso...

Snap

Snap is a popular fast acting stripper that doesn’t darken wood and is perfect for removing clear finishes. It is a favorite of antique refinishers and those with more delicate jobs. Liquid...

Snap Two

SNAP TWO is our most aggressive wood stripper. Widely used in the furniture restoration industry, SNAP TWO is typically applied with the CPR Flow-on System or by dipping. SNAP TWO will remove...