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To achieve expert results, please take the time to carefully read and understand the following directions before you begin your restoration project. These directions are meant to be general guidelines only and do not cover every application or environmental situation. If you have remaining questions or concerns, please contact us for technical assistance.
However, KBS Strip is MOST EFFECTIVE when the ambient and surface temperatures are above 70°F.
Said in Another Way: The Warmer, The Better!
Directions:
Carefully pour KBS Strip into a spray bottle (use ONLY in special sprayer provided). Set the sprayer to STREAM. Because KBS Strip sprays as a gel-like liquid, the sprayer must be set to STREAM to function correctly. The "spray" setting will not work correctly when spraying KBS Strip.
Spray an even, generous layer of KBS Strip and allow it to work approximately 20-30 minutes. (heavy coatings may require spraying again to completely loosen surface finish.)
Gently scrape off the blistered finish with a putty knife. A small stiff scrub brush can be used on corners or tougher areas.
After the majority (90%) of the finish is removed, spray again. After 5–10 minutes, wash with #2 steel wool or stripping pad dipped in water or solvent (paint thinner, alcohol, mineral spirits).
Wipe completely clean with a rag or paper towel. If not cleaned completely, steel wool may leave residue which can cause spots and streaking. Pour unused KBS Strip back into the container and rinse out both bottle and sprayer with water. Flush the sprayer thoroughly with water after every use. The chemical components in KBS Strip will degrade the internal parts of the sprayer if left inside between applications. Clean up rags, paper and waste promptly. Allow solvents to evaporate, then dispose of in accordance with local, state and federal regulations.
Tank Stripping:
Use KBS Strip for the most effective removal of an old failed coating.
KBS Strip is designed to work effectively when the ambient AND tank surface temperatures are between 60–85°F. However, KBS Strip is MOST EFFECTIVE when the ambient and surface temperatures are above 70°F. Said in Another Way: The Warmer, The Better!
Pour some KBS Strip into tank and carefully rotate tank to allow contact with all sides. It may take multiple applications of KBS Strip to finish the job completely. If an area needs extra attention, prop the tank so that the excess collects on that area. Continue until the majority of the remaining sealer is loosened and/or removed. Old Sealer may come loose in big chunks or small pieces so use a long tweezers-type tool to help remove it from the tank.
After KBS Strip has been allowed to work, pour out KBS Strip, capture, and strain into an appropriate metal container for possible reuse. Reuse KBS Strip as many times as needed to remove the old liner in the tank.
Rinse tank thoroughly with water. If any part of the sealer still remains, repeat Tank Stripping steps until old sealant is removed.
After stripping is complete, rinse tank generously with water and proceed with the KBS 3-Step System for Tank Preparation and Sealing. (NOTE: When stripping a Fiberglass Tank, surface contact with the stripping agent should be kept to a minimum to avoid the attack and weakening of the fiberglass resin.)
Additional Information:
Harmful To: Tile, Linoleum, Asphalt, Plastics, Rubber, and Synthetics.
May soften fiberglass.
KBS Strip should be used within six months of opening or disposed of properly to avoid container deterioration.
