{"product_id":"actichem-solvstrip-5-ltr","title":"Actichem Solv Strip 5 ltr","description":"\u003ch2\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSolv Strip is a solvent-based floor coating stripper designed to tackle tough solvent sealers and polish build-ups on resilient flooring such as terracotta, terrazzo and concrete. It works quickly and effectively, saving time and labour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIt is also the lowest-hazard stripper we stock, and that is a genuine reason to try it first.\u003c\/strong\u003e Where \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ccwonline.com.au\/products\/actichem-powerstrip-5-ltr\"\u003ePower Strip\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ccwonline.com.au\/products\/actichem-instastrip-5l\"\u003eInstastrip\u003c\/a\u003e are corrosive Class 8 dangerous goods carrying the signal word DANGER, Solv Strip is \u003cstrong\u003eWARNING\u003c\/strong\u003e, is \u003cstrong\u003enot\u003c\/strong\u003e classified as dangerous goods, and carries no poisons schedule. If Solv Strip will lift the coating, it is the easier product to store, freight and use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBenefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower-packed\u003c\/strong\u003e — serious stripping action on solvent-based coatings, burnish build-ups and semi-permanent sealers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFast action\u003c\/strong\u003e — begins to liquefy coating immediately on contact with the surface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLabour saving\u003c\/strong\u003e — minimal scrubbing is required, so time and labour are minimised.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFree rinsing\u003c\/strong\u003e — exceptionally easy to rinse slurry and residues.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLower hazard than the caustic strippers\u003c\/strong\u003e — not corrosive, not dangerous goods, no poisons schedule.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRecommended Applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSolv Strip is suitable on most resilient floors and quickly softens and emulsifies old, worn and discoloured finishes for easy removal. It is ideal for removing solvent sealers, base sealers and polish build-ups from natural stone, concrete and terrazzo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*** Do not use on wood, vinyl, linoleum or plastic flooring. ***\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a solvent product and it will attack those substrates. If you are stripping vinyl or linoleum, use \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ccwonline.com.au\/products\/actichem-instastrip-5l\"\u003eInstastrip\u003c\/a\u003e instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRead and understand the SDS before use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlways pre-test in an inconspicuous location.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSolv Strip is supplied \u003cstrong\u003eready to use\u003c\/strong\u003e — no dilution.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDirections\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSweep the area thoroughly to remove any soiling that could damage the floor if caught under scrubbing equipment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply liberally to the floor area with a cotton mop, ensuring the area is thoroughly wet. Always work in small, controllable areas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllow at least 5 minutes dwell time, then agitate with a low-speed rotary scrubber or auto-scrubber fitted with a black, brown or high-productivity pad.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBe careful that the area does not dry out on the surface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAfter scrubbing, pick up the slurry and rinse thoroughly with clean water so that all stripper and sealer residues are removed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllow the floor to dry before proceeding with the restoration process, and re-strip any areas still carrying polish build-up or missed in the first pass.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSafety\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🔴 Please read this section, because we have corrected this page in the opposite direction to most of our chemical range.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur page previously recorded \u003cem\u003e\"Safety profile: Class 3 Flammable\"\u003c\/em\u003e. \u003cstrong\u003eThe current Safety Data Sheet does not support that.\u003c\/strong\u003e Version 2.4, issued 1 August 2025, states:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClassification: \u003cstrong\u003e“HAZARDOUS CHEMICAL. NON-DANGEROUS GOODS.”\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSignal word: \u003cstrong\u003eWARNING\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eH319\u003c\/strong\u003e — causes serious eye irritation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eH335\u003c\/strong\u003e — may cause respiratory irritation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGHS: Eye Irritation Category 2A; STOT Single Exposure (Respiratory) Category 3\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlash point: not applicable. Flammability: not applicable.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransport: \u003cstrong\u003eNOT REGULATED FOR TRANSPORT OF DANGEROUS GOODS\u003c\/strong\u003e — there is no Class 3 classification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHAZCHEM code: not applicable. Poisons schedule: not applicable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003epH: not applicable — this is a non-aqueous solvent blend\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eActives: a proprietary solvent at \u003cstrong\u003e30 to 60%\u003c\/strong\u003e; ethylene glycol monobutyl ether 10 to less than 30%; a second proprietary solvent 10 to less than 30%; a proprietary surfactant below 10%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWe publish the SDS position.\u003c\/strong\u003e If your workplace, transport provider or storage licence has been treating Solv Strip as a Class 3 flammable liquid on the strength of our old page, it is worth re-checking against the current sheet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBut it is still combustible — do not read this as inert\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Not a flammable liquid for transport purposes” is not the same as “will not burn”. The SDS describes the product as \u003cstrong\u003ecombustible\u003c\/strong\u003e, with a \u003cstrong\u003eslight fire hazard when exposed to heat or flame\u003c\/strong\u003e, and directs you to \u003cstrong\u003eavoid smoking, naked lights and ignition sources\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn practice, on a strip job: no hot work in the area, no smoking, and be careful with solvent-loaded rags and pads. Ventilate — H335 applies, and a 30 to 60% solvent product spread wet across a large floor area in an enclosed building produces real vapour exposure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePersonal protective equipment\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SDS specifies PVC chemical protective gloves, safety glasses with side shields or chemical goggles, overalls and a PVC apron. Ventilate the work area, and use warning signage — a wet stripper floor is slippery whatever its classification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFirst aid\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEyes.\u003c\/strong\u003e Wash out immediately with fresh running water and seek medical attention without delay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkin.\u003c\/strong\u003e Flush with running water and soap if available. Seek medical attention if irritation develops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInhalation.\u003c\/strong\u003e Move to fresh air and rest. Seek medical attention if breathing is difficult.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMixing and Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SDS names \u003cstrong\u003eoxidising agents, strong acids, strong caustics, nitrates and chlorine bleaches\u003c\/strong\u003e as incompatible. Never mix, and never allow contact in a bucket, auto-scrubber tank, drain or on the floor, with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ccwonline.com.au\/products\/actichem-chlorosan-5-ltr\"\u003eActichem Chlorosan\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ccwonline.com.au\/products\/actichem-mould-exterminator-5l\"\u003eMould Exterminator\u003c\/a\u003e, pool chlorine or any hypochlorite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ccwonline.com.au\/products\/actichem-perox-5-ltr\"\u003eActichem Perox\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ccwonline.com.au\/products\/actichem-oxyboost-plus-4-5-kg\"\u003eOxyboost Plus\u003c\/a\u003e or any other oxidiser — an oxidiser plus a combustible solvent is the combination to avoid above all others\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ccwonline.com.au\/products\/actichem-grout-restore-60-5ltr\"\u003eActichem Grout Restore 60\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ccwonline.com.au\/products\/actichem-grout-restore-20-5-ltr\"\u003eGrout Restore 20\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ccwonline.com.au\/products\/actichem-tile-grout-restore-5-ltr\"\u003eTile \u0026amp; Grout Restore\u003c\/a\u003e or any acid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ccwonline.com.au\/products\/actichem-tile-grout-power-5-ltr\"\u003eActichem Tile \u0026amp; Grout Power\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ccwonline.com.au\/products\/actichem-instastrip-5l\"\u003eInstastrip\u003c\/a\u003e or any strong caustic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct code\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAP406.05\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePack size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 litres\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eColour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClear (water white)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFragrance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSolvent\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003epH\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot applicable — non-aqueous\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDilution\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReady to use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDwell time\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMinimum 5 minutes, kept wet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrincipal solvent\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProprietary solvent, 30 to 60%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWHS classification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHazardous chemical\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSignal word\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWARNING\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHazard statements\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eH319, H335\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlash point\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot applicable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTransport\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNon-dangerous goods — not regulated. No Class 3 classification.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHAZCHEM code\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot applicable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePoisons schedule\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot applicable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFire\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCombustible; slight fire hazard when exposed to heat or flame\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDo not use on\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWood, vinyl, linoleum, plastic flooring\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIncompatible with\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOxidising agents, strong acids, strong caustics, nitrates, chlorine bleaches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSDS referenced\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVersion 2.4, issued 1 August 2025\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eChoosing Between the Strippers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSolv Strip\u003c\/strong\u003e — solvent-based, WARNING, not dangerous goods. For solvent sealers and polish build-up on stone, concrete and terrazzo. \u003cstrong\u003eTry this first.\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ccwonline.com.au\/products\/actichem-powerstrip-5-ltr\"\u003eActichem Power Strip\u003c\/a\u003e — solvent and amine. DANGER, H314, benzyl alcohol 30–60%, dangerous goods. Same substrates, more aggressive, materially higher hazard.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ccwonline.com.au\/products\/actichem-instastrip-5l\"\u003eActichem Instastrip\u003c\/a\u003e — caustic. DANGER, H314, pH 13–14, UN1760 Class 8. \u003cstrong\u003eThe one to use on vinyl, linoleum and resilient floors\u003c\/strong\u003e, which Solv Strip and Power Strip will damage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ccwonline.com.au\/products\/actichem-tile-grout-cleaner-lf-5-ltr\"\u003eActichem Tile \u0026amp; Grout Cleaner LF\u003c\/a\u003e — the low-foam machine cleaner for the maintenance clean after stripping.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe short version:\u003c\/strong\u003e vinyl and resilient → Instastrip. Stone, concrete and terrazzo → Solv Strip first, Power Strip if it will not lift. Sealed timber → none of them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSafety Data Sheet\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2179\/6391\/files\/202508-Actichem-Solvstrip-AP406.pdf\"\u003eActichem Solv Strip Safety Data Sheet — version 2.4, issued 1 August 2025\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSKU: AP406.05\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot sure whether the coating will lift with Solv Strip or needs the caustic? Send us a photo before you order. Starting with the lower-hazard product is usually the right call, and if it works you save yourself the dangerous goods handling entirely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Actichem","offers":[{"title":"5LTR","offer_id":52320315277525,"sku":"AP406.05","price":214.83,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2179\/6391\/files\/Actichem-Solv-Strip-5-ltr.jpg?v=1780551755","url":"https:\/\/ccwonline.com.au\/products\/actichem-solvstrip-5-ltr","provider":"Carpet Cleaners Warehouse","version":"1.0","type":"link"}