The truth about water based paint strippers

Paint stripping has traditionally  been associated with hazardous solutions and wearing countless layers of protective clothing. During the last 10 years the introduction of water based paint strippers has effectively changed the perspective on paint stripping and the effects it has on your health.

Compared to solvent  based paint strippers the water based varieties are safer to use. With substantially less danger to your health and the environment, water based solutions are the more sensible and safest solution to paint stripping in the home.

Being non-caustic and non-corrosive, water based paint strippers have a large number of advantages over the standard solvent based products. Less danger to health and no potential cause of damage to the environment the water based products for paint stripping are not only safer, but better value for money as well. Not having to repair damaged surfaces saves both time and money in the long run.

As a paint stripper the water based solution works fast on paint and causes it to blister and soften, making it easy to remove from any surface. Being non-flammable means even if an accident happened whilst conducting the task there would be no further danger with the presence of the paint stripping solution.

Despite the absence of harmful substances water based solutions for paint stripping are just as effective, if not more so, than the standard varieties. Though the market contains many water based products not many of them provide the strength to actually remove paint effectively. Biostrip Plus differs in the way that it is safe to use and it delivers great results every time.

Though the water based paint stripping solutions are much safer to use than the solvent based formulas, it is still wise to use the products sensibly. No danger is imminent with the products but it is advisable to still protect yourself whilst using the product.

Protective clothing is a must for any task to be carried out. Wearing old clothes which are loose fitting and cover you head to toe helps prevent any splashes from paint stripping products. Gloves are also a must as your hands will have the most contact with the formula. Though risk is minimal with water based paint strippers it is always better to be safe.

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