FOR GARDEN FOR HOME OUR COLOURS INSPIRATION HOW TO GUIDES FIND A STORE TRADE Home/ Products / Decking Stripper FOR GARDEN Decking Stripper Product Info Surface types Coverage calculator How do I use it? The technical bit Description Stripping doesn’t have to be back breaking work. Our decking stripper is really easy to use and works in just 30 minutes. All you need is a nice warm day. Completely removes oils, stains and paints from wooden decking Leaves your deck looking brand new Easy application Needs just one coat FIND A STOCKIST Makes decks look like new Only needs one coat Works in just 30 minutes COVERAGE CALCULATOR How much stripper do I need? Measure your area precisely, drop the numbers into this smart calculator and it will tell you straight away how many litres you'll need to complete your project. AREA HEIGHT AREA WIDTH METRES FEET Use on the following wood types Softwood decking Hardwood decking Can be used on both ridged or smooth wood. How do I use it? Number of coats One coat Coverage Up to 5m2 per litre When to use it Pick a warm, dry day to use this product How to strip your decking Before you start It needs to be a dry day with temperatures above 10°C – if you apply it in colder temperatures it will take longer to work or it won’t work at all. Protect the surrounding plants and grass with a dust sheet. Use a stiff brush to get rid of any dirt, leaves and twigs. You can apply the Decking Stripper to damp decking but it can’t be wet with puddles of water. Application Make sure you wear some protective gloves. Give the tin a good shake then pour the Decking Stripper straight onto the decking and use a stiff brush to spread it out. Work in small sections and be careful, as it can be quite slippery when it’s working. It doesn’t blister or fizz but don’t worry, it’s doing the job. Leave it to work for around 30 minutes, keeping an eye out for any patches that start to dry out. If this happens, re-apply on these areas. After 30 minutes scrape the surface with something sharp, like a paint scraper, to see if it’s worked. You should see the old coating lifting as you scrape. If not, put a bit more on and leave for another 10-15 minutes. Give it a good scrub with a stiff brush. Scrub along the grooves and also across them to help loosen the old coating. Pour on some water and keep scrubbing. This will help lift the finish completely off. Finally, give it a really good wash down with a hose or jet wash. Let your deck dry out for a couple of days. You’ll then be ready to paint, stain or oil it. Aftercare Cleaning Remove as much stripper from your tools as you can and then wash them in warm soapy water. You shouldn’t empty leftover Decking Stripper into drains or watercourses. Instead, contact your local council for the best way to dispose of your leftovers. Maintenance Don’t leave your decking bare of protection as this could result in your decking rotting and weathering. Technical Specifications Usage All types of stained and oiled decking Coverage Up to 5m2 per litre Works in 30 minutes Number of coats One Application Stiff brush or broom Base Solvent Sizes 2.5L VOC High How to guides Easy to follow steps to help you do a professional job on any DIY project. HOW-TO How to look after decking HOW-TO How to clean your decking HOW-TO How to strip your decking SEE MORE Related products Ultimate Protection Decking Oil MORE DETAILS Ultimate Protection Decking Stain MORE DETAILS Ultimate Protection Decking Paint MORE DETAILS RELATED SEARCHES Learn more... How to protect your decking from warping in the sun How to choose the right product for your decking How to strip your decking How to clean your decking RONSEAL About Ronseal Products for Home Products for Garden Ronseal Trade Find a Stockist The Ronseal Brand ACCESS FAQ Contact Us Information sheets Privacy Policy Modern Slavery Act Gender Pay Gap Report Ronseal Pension Scheme STAY CONNECTED Copyright© 2021 Sherwin-Williams UK Limited