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product_id: 159506540
title: "Max Strip Paint & Varnish Stripper Gel, Safe Wood & Metal Stripper, 1 Qt"
brand: "max strip"
price: "229.97 DT"
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reviews_count: 13
category: "Max Strip"
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# No harsh chemicals 15-30 min dwell time Multi-surface use Max Strip Paint & Varnish Stripper Gel, Safe Wood & Metal Stripper, 1 Qt

**Brand:** max strip
**Price:** 229.97 DT
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🛠️ Strip smarter, not harder—reveal your masterpiece with Max Strip!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Max Strip Paint & Varnish Stripper Gel, Safe Wood & Metal Stripper, 1 Qt by max strip
- **How much does it cost?** 229.97 DT with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.tn](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/159506540-max-strip-paint-and-varnish-stripper-gel-safe-wood-metal)

## Best For

- max strip enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted max strip brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Breathe Easy:** Low odor, no methylene chloride or NMP—perfect for indoor or confined spaces without harsh fumes.
- • **Smart Application:** Requires 15-30 min dwell time with plastic cover for max performance—no shortcuts, just flawless results.
- • **DIY & Pro Approved:** Strong enough for contractors, simple enough for your weekend projects—strip paint on wood, metal, masonry & more.
- • **Powerful yet Gentle:** Removes multiple paint types including latex, polyurethane & varnish in usually one application without caustic chemicals.
- • **Eco-Conscious Choice:** Water-based formula that’s safer for you and the environment, without sacrificing stripping power.

## Overview

Max Strip Paint & Varnish Stripper Gel is a water-based, low-odor formula designed to safely and effectively remove aftermarket paints and varnishes from wood, metal, masonry, and more. It requires a 15-30 minute dwell time under plastic film for optimal results and contains no harsh chemicals like methylene chloride or NMP, making it ideal for both professional contractors and DIY enthusiasts seeking a powerful yet user-friendly paint removal solution.

## Description

Max Strip Paint & Varnish Stripper Gel, Safe Wood & Metal Stripper, 1 Qt | Water-based paint & varnish stripper gel. Removes paint, varnish, stain, lacquer & polyurethane from wood, metal & brick. - desertcart.com

Review: Great for removing wood stain, Not so much for paint. - This product is amazing it work pretty well on removing wood stain. I followed the directions and within minutes it went to work. Best part is cleans up well with water and white vinegar, wear gloves because this can/will get messy, and then wipe down with plenty of towels. I will admit though I did need a Scouring pad like a scotch-brite green scouring pad, because scraping wasn’t always the best. Overall this product works well and I would even recommend combining this with Dumond Chemicals, Inc. 3332 Smart Strip Advanced Paint Remover because that will add to the sheerness of this product. For paint I might have to use something else because this product is just not strong enough for paint, especially oil paint. If it’s a single layer of latex paint or acrylic paint it’s fine or for a varnish surface, but if it’s a mixture of oil Paint and latex paint or acrylic paint this won’t work, I tried it, and it’s just not working. However, I may have not applied enough so I’ll try again then update my review if I get different results. However, for removing wood stain it seems to work just fine and combine with smart strip it really does work.
Review: If You Want an Easy Process, This is Your Product: Read my successful method in this review. - I could not have completed this project without this product, due to arthritis in my hands. Here is how I used it, based on other reviewers recommendations. I placed cardboard and/or paper down on the carpeting under this cabinet to keep it protected from the damp paint that came loose during this process. Here are the steps I used. 1. I wore nitrile gloves to keep my hands safe. 2) After emptying it of its contents, I thoroughly cleaned the china cabinet. It had a very old, shiny, faux gold with wood grain, paint effect under a heavy gloss varnish. There were at least four coats of paint, including black three layers down, and a wood stain, likely original from when the piece was first sold. 2. I applied this product to one small area at a time (the top, one side at a time, one surface at a time...you get the idea). I tried to paper and tape the glass, but that didn't work. The product was absorbed into the paper. I just cleaned the glass with left over product after the project was completed (I used heavy duty nail polish remover in tiny, hard to reach areas). 3. I used a sponge or towel to apply the product. I applied to an area of the cabinet about the size of a paper towel. I used a spray bottle to dampen a paper towel. I placed the damp paper towel over the product. I used painter tape to seal plastic wrap over the paper towel. After about 30 mins. I checked to make sure the paper towel was still damp. If it wasn't, I misted it with water again and returned the plastic over it. I repeated this as necessary in areas that were tougher to tackle (there were a few, especially at the beginning of the project, and the inside of the top of the cabinet was awkward. I had to do a few spots more than twice). After about an hour from first applying the product, I used a scraper to simply slide ALL of the layers of varnish, paint and stain off. It was amazing. I needed two bottles of this to complete the inside and outside of the china cabinet. The smell wasn't unpleasant. Not chemical. I did use a fan (which was why I started checking the paper towels were still damp every 30 mins or so) and was right next to an open window for ventilation. The fan was not facing the cabinet, but its effect was enough to start to dry the paper towels more than once. I tried another product that has a citrus base that has a smell I cannot tolerate. I prefer this product in every conceivable way. It is easy to use. It is safe. I like the size as I cannot handle heavy containers. This product sticks to the surface well, especially vertical surfaces, when using the damp paper towel covered with plastic wrap method. I never would have been able to tackle this project if I had needed to use elbow grease. I needed a few different sized scrapers, because there were very narrow, as well as rounded areas in the cabinet. I had some clay shaping tools that worked really well for this. I also used paper towels when removing the ribbons of paint layers that were coming off. That was sticky and messy. I went through a lot of nitrile gloves and paper towels, but both were critical to my success. Use the thicker quality gloves (6 mil or more), not the cheapest (3 mil). Overall, this is my go-to product now. I am eyeing lots of other pieces of furniture that won't be devalued by stripping, and will look so much better in their natural state. As a follow up. I cleaned this cabinet with Old English wood oil. It is an old but effective wood cleaner I've used for decades. Photo 1 shows the ugly gold paint still present inside on the bottom shelf of the cabinet. The whole thing looked like that. Photo 2 shows the new improved cabinet after stripping and then applying Old English Wood Oil. I did not add a stain. I'm very pleased with the results. Now I can fill it back up with my china.

## Features

- DESIGNED TO REMOVE PAINT AND VARNISH FROM MULTIPLE SURFACES - Remove Aftermarket Paints, Latex, Polyurethane, Shellac, Varnish, Acrylic, Oil Based Coatings and More in usually a Single Application!
- EASY TO USE WITHOUT CAUSTIC CHEMICALS - Contains NO Methylene Chloride or NMP. Apply to the surface and check every 15 minutes till it's ready. Set times will vary. Remove with scraper. No fuss, no muss!
- THE "DO-IT-YOURSELF" CHOICE - Powerful enough for painting contractors and restorers, but user-friendly enough for all your DIY home projects.
- NO HARSH FUMES OR UNPLEASANT ODOR - Our Paint Stripper is Ideal for use in confined or small spaces.
- NOT FOR FACTORY-FINISHED OR BAKED-ON COATINGS — This water-based stripper is designed for aftermarket paints and varnishes on wood, metal, masonry, plaster, tile, and molding. It will NOT remove automotive paint, powder coat, appliance enamel, kiln-fired finishes, deck coatings, or any factory-baked-on coating. For those surfaces, this product is not the correct choice and should not be purchased.
- DIY AND PROFESSIONAL PAINT STRIPPING - Our maximum-strength Max Strip delivers a powerful paint stripper that is easy-to-use for paint and varnish removal for home improvement projects on all surfaces, big and small.
- SHAKE WELL BEFORE EACH USE - Product must be thoroughly shaken before application for proper consistency and optimal performance. This is essential for best results.
- REQUIRED APPLICATION PROCESS — NOT INSTANT-ACTING — This stripper requires a dwell time of at least 15-30 minutes, and the application must be covered with plastic film during dwell to prevent drying. Heavy or layered coatings require longer dwell time and/or multiple applications. The product must be neutralized with water after scraping. These steps are required, not optional, for the formula to perform as designed.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B07WNKGK69 |
| Best Sellers Rank | #3,862 in Tools & Home Improvement ( See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement ) #5 in Paint Strippers |
| Customer Reviews | 3.8 3.8 out of 5 stars (2,288) |
| Date First Available | August 19, 2019 |
| Included Components | MAX Strip Paint & Varnish Stripper 1 Qt |
| Item Package Quantity | 1 |
| Item Weight | 2.46 pounds |
| Item model number | MAX Strip Paint & Varnish Stripper 1 Qt |
| Manufacturer | EZ Strip USA Inc. |
| Part Number | ESA-500 |
| Product Dimensions | 5 x 2.5 x 8 inches |
| Size | 32 Fl Oz (Pack of 1) |
| Special Features | Low Odor |
| Usage | paint and varnish removal |
| Volume | 32 fluid ounces |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Max Strip
- **Item Form:** Gel
- **Scent:** Almond
- **Specific Uses For Product:** paint and varnish removal
- **Material Feature:** ‎Methylene Chlorie Free, NMP Free

## Images

![Max Strip Paint & Varnish Stripper Gel, Safe Wood & Metal Stripper, 1 Qt - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/617epLQrU1L.jpg)
![Max Strip Paint & Varnish Stripper Gel, Safe Wood & Metal Stripper, 1 Qt - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71-7rvJ0b6L.jpg)
![Max Strip Paint & Varnish Stripper Gel, Safe Wood & Metal Stripper, 1 Qt - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81o6dbu1gbS.jpg)
![Max Strip Paint & Varnish Stripper Gel, Safe Wood & Metal Stripper, 1 Qt - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91goMbAEWRS.jpg)
![Max Strip Paint & Varnish Stripper Gel, Safe Wood & Metal Stripper, 1 Qt - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71EFd9owG8S.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Size** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Has anyone used this product on a decorative plastered wall?**
A: Not sure but possibly it could work

**Q: will this procuct remove paint stains on concrete tile floor**
A: My experience with this product ("paint stripper") was a negative one.
I bought it to remove ONE-WEEK-OLD STANDARD (out of a rattle can) SPRAY PAINT and this "remover/stripper" FAILED extremely bad at doing ANYTHING!
Correction...it did made the surface "TACKY" at best.
I applied multiple coats...extended the sitting period...aided with scrubbing...and NOTHING!
This product failed at removing simple FRESH spray paint!!?
I cannot conclude that this product behaves the same for anyone else or if I received a bad batch(?)..but this was my personal experience with it.
I never got a chance to try it on other surfaces...like concrete tile...I hope my answer and experience helps you in some way with your project.
Good luck

**Q: Will this work to take finish off of Kitchen cabinets so they can be painted?**
A: It depends on the finish. I used it to strip an oak floor and it worked well. Just keep the surface wet. Don’t let it dry out. 
I found the mfg to be responsive so you might go to their site and contact them

**Q: Will these strip paint off sneakers?**
A: If it is a latex paint it will do nothing.  If it is an oil base paint, it will work wonders.  Good news is, if it’s a learned paint and this does nothing, simple rubbing alcohol will get it with some rubbing, or goof off if you wanna wipe it right off in no time.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great for removing wood stain, Not so much for paint.
*by M***N on August 7, 2020*

This product is amazing it work pretty well on removing wood stain. I followed the directions and within minutes it went to work. Best part is cleans up well with water and white vinegar, wear gloves because this can/will get messy, and then wipe down with plenty of towels. I will admit though I did need a Scouring pad like a scotch-brite green scouring pad, because scraping wasn’t always the best. Overall this product works well and I would even recommend combining this with Dumond Chemicals, Inc. 3332 Smart Strip Advanced Paint Remover because that will add to the sheerness of this product. For paint I might have to use something else because this product is just not strong enough for paint, especially oil paint. If it’s a single layer of latex paint or acrylic paint it’s fine or for a varnish surface, but if it’s a mixture of oil Paint and latex paint or acrylic paint this won’t work, I tried it, and it’s just not working. However, I may have not applied enough so I’ll try again then update my review if I get different results. However, for removing wood stain it seems to work just fine and combine with smart strip it really does work.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ If You Want an Easy Process, This is Your Product: Read my successful method in this review.
*by K***N on May 13, 2025*

I could not have completed this project without this product, due to arthritis in my hands. Here is how I used it, based on other reviewers recommendations. I placed cardboard and/or paper down on the carpeting under this cabinet to keep it protected from the damp paint that came loose during this process. Here are the steps I used. 1. I wore nitrile gloves to keep my hands safe. 2) After emptying it of its contents, I thoroughly cleaned the china cabinet. It had a very old, shiny, faux gold with wood grain, paint effect under a heavy gloss varnish. There were at least four coats of paint, including black three layers down, and a wood stain, likely original from when the piece was first sold. 2. I applied this product to one small area at a time (the top, one side at a time, one surface at a time...you get the idea). I tried to paper and tape the glass, but that didn't work. The product was absorbed into the paper. I just cleaned the glass with left over product after the project was completed (I used heavy duty nail polish remover in tiny, hard to reach areas). 3. I used a sponge or towel to apply the product. I applied to an area of the cabinet about the size of a paper towel. I used a spray bottle to dampen a paper towel. I placed the damp paper towel over the product. I used painter tape to seal plastic wrap over the paper towel. After about 30 mins. I checked to make sure the paper towel was still damp. If it wasn't, I misted it with water again and returned the plastic over it. I repeated this as necessary in areas that were tougher to tackle (there were a few, especially at the beginning of the project, and the inside of the top of the cabinet was awkward. I had to do a few spots more than twice). After about an hour from first applying the product, I used a scraper to simply slide ALL of the layers of varnish, paint and stain off. It was amazing. I needed two bottles of this to complete the inside and outside of the china cabinet. The smell wasn't unpleasant. Not chemical. I did use a fan (which was why I started checking the paper towels were still damp every 30 mins or so) and was right next to an open window for ventilation. The fan was not facing the cabinet, but its effect was enough to start to dry the paper towels more than once. I tried another product that has a citrus base that has a smell I cannot tolerate. I prefer this product in every conceivable way. It is easy to use. It is safe. I like the size as I cannot handle heavy containers. This product sticks to the surface well, especially vertical surfaces, when using the damp paper towel covered with plastic wrap method. I never would have been able to tackle this project if I had needed to use elbow grease. I needed a few different sized scrapers, because there were very narrow, as well as rounded areas in the cabinet. I had some clay shaping tools that worked really well for this. I also used paper towels when removing the ribbons of paint layers that were coming off. That was sticky and messy. I went through a lot of nitrile gloves and paper towels, but both were critical to my success. Use the thicker quality gloves (6 mil or more), not the cheapest (3 mil). Overall, this is my go-to product now. I am eyeing lots of other pieces of furniture that won't be devalued by stripping, and will look so much better in their natural state. As a follow up. I cleaned this cabinet with Old English wood oil. It is an old but effective wood cleaner I've used for decades. Photo 1 shows the ugly gold paint still present inside on the bottom shelf of the cabinet. The whole thing looked like that. Photo 2 shows the new improved cabinet after stripping and then applying Old English Wood Oil. I did not add a stain. I'm very pleased with the results. Now I can fill it back up with my china.

### ⭐ Did absolutely nothing. Tried twice.
*by L***. on June 23, 2026*

Bought a vintage reel mower which I'm wanting to restore. Some previous owner had painted the wooden shaft and handle with light grey paint long ago which they dripped all over the metal blades. The paint is now cracked and flaking off on the wood handle & shaft. With prior paint stripping experience under my belt, it looked like it would be a quick job to syrip it off. Before deciding on this purchase, I did a little on-line research into the top rated stripping brands and this was listed in the top so I made the purchase. Received today, read the directions, then followed the directions leaving on the wooden shaft for 30 minutes. It was not dried out but it had done nothing. I re-applied to the shaft and this time I left it on for an hour. Came back out to scrape again and still, essentially, nothing. The interesting thing is I tried just hand sanding the handle (which hadn't had remover applied to it yet) and was able to remove almost all of the paint with just a little hand sanding. Looks like I totally wasted my money on this paint stripper and I guess I'll just be sanding the paint off instead. I would not recommend this brand nor purchase it again.

## Frequently Bought Together

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