LTP Power Stripper | The Importance Of Stripping

LTP Power Stripper | Why Should You Strip Your Surface?

Have you ever wondered why people talk about stripping their surface and what that even means? LTP Power Stripper may help you understand and make it look effortless.

In this blog, we will tell you the importance of stripping your surface, why you should do it and how to get started. 

WHY SHOULD YOU STRIP YOUR SURFACE?

If your aim is to bring your floor back to life, then it’s important to strip your surface of wax completely and then re-wax them for them to hit their full potential.

Over time, the wax on your floors will gradually wear down from traffic on the surface.

You might not necessarily notice it at first, but it will leave your surface vulnerable to scratching.

Non-treated surfaces can actually scratch fairly easily, and if they do, you will need to repair them before re-treating wax again.

However, rather than doing this, a good habit of getting into will be stripping and re-treating the surface prior to wearing it down.

If they are left unprotected, tiles can be damaged by water and other forms of debris working their way down into the cracks between the tiles.

Water can actually force its way beneath the tiles and cause, which will then pull the surface up away from its original placement.

This can, consequently, damage the surface and force you to replace the surface altogether.

Outside of looking dull, the surface can also begin to discolour when it doesn’t have the proper protection needed.

Dirt and debris can get down into the surface and cause staining to take place.

THE IMPORTANCE OF LTP POWER STRIPPER

LTP Power Stripper is a high-performance intensive cleaner that is a perfect tile stripper and cleaner before any treatment.

No matter the surface LTP Power Stripper is sure to get the job done.

Vitrified glazed ceramics, natural stone paving and porcelain tiles are no problem at all for this power stripper.

LTP Power Stripper can be used for both interior and exterior use.

This easy-to-use stripper and cleaner is extremely effective in removing old layers of sealer, oxidised linseed oil and other mineral oils.

Against the toughest of films, mineral oils and even linseed oil this power stripper can satisfy your cleaning and stripping needs due to its strong amines, ammonia and alkalinity.

It is most suitable for surfaces such as travertine, stone, sandstone, slate, marble, porcelain, granite, terracotta, quarry, brick, concrete, terrazzo and other mineral floors & walls.

LTP Power Stripper will need to be diluted following the official dilution guide.

THE APPLICATION OF LTP POWER STRIPPER

First of all, sweep or dry mop the floor to remove any grit or surface dirt.

Make sure to mix the solution according to the required dilution.

Whilst working in manageable sized areas, begin to mop on LTP Power Stripper to thoroughly wet the floor.

Then leave for 5-10 minutes, keeping the floor damp with the further solution should it begin to absorb.

After, begin to agitate the surface using a mildly abrasive pad.

If the floor rejects the stripper, a machine scrub with a stripping pad will be necessary

Remove resulting dirty residue using clean warm water and absorbent cloths.

Then rinse thoroughly and allow to dry completely before applying further treatments.

This process may need to be repeated a couple of times on severely contaminated surfaces.

COVERAGE AND DILUTION GUIDE

When diluted, LTP Power Stripper must be mixed in warm water.

When cleaning the surface, a 1:12 ratio of solution will cover 60 square metres per litre.

For deeper stripping, a dilution of a 1:6 ratio will cover 30 square metres per litre.

In extreme cases, a 1:4 ratio of stripper will cover 15 square metres per litre.

WHAT TO AVOID

Avoid getting splashes on plastics, lino, painted and other sensitive surfaces.

This product should not be used for everyday cleaning of floors that are sealed.

Keep out of reach of children.

Wear protective gloves and eye protection.

For more information, click here for a direct link to LTP Power Stripper Technical Data Sheet

OTHER QUESTIONS

WHY LISTEN TO US?

Well…here at Tiling Logistics, we have experts who have had nearly 30 combined years of first-hand experience in restoration, renovation, maintenance, and sealing of all kinds of stone and tile surfaces.

Whether it's granite, marble, slate, limestone, porcelain, concrete, quarry tiles... the list goes on, but we have worked on them all!

Combine our hands-on expertise with our knowledge of the products and relationships with the manufacturers, and you won't find anyone else in the industry who can train, support, and supply you as we can!

Whether you're on-site or taking on a DIY job at home, we make sure to supply your every need quickly and safely, and we’re not done there.

We really will go above and beyond to make sure our customers are fully satisfied when ordering from Tiling Logistics.

FURTHER ADVICE

Before the use of the product, we always, always advise testing on an inconspicuous area, before general application.

What if you’re not ordering anything but still need advice? No problem, give us a call and we will assist you with anything you may need.

Moreover, we are always willing to support our customers by being available to pick up the phone and guide you if you need help and have any questions.