Max Strip 1 gal. Popcorn Ceiling Remover ESA-550 - The Home Depot
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1 gal. Popcorn Ceiling Remover

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  • Designed to scrape painted popcorn and textured drywall coatings
  • 100% cling and non-drip gel for easy overhead application
  • Free from harsh chemicals for safe use
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About This Product

Max Strip Painted Popcorn Ceiling remover is designed specifically to remove painted popcorn ceilings and other types of textured drywall with multi-layered paint. This formula allows you to remove painted textured coatings safely and easily. Our DIY friendly formula allows for a dust free removal method so you can update your home without the need to replace drywall.

Highlights

  • Does not contain methylene chloride, NMP, caustic or flammable chemicals
  • Safe dust free alternative to scraping painted popcorn and other textured drywall coatings
  • 100% cling, no drip gel for easy overhead application
  • No harsh fumes with a pleasant fragrance and cleans up with just water
  • Skin safe formula for easy home use
  • Removes painted popcorn ceilings and other drywall textures in 4 easy steps
  • Easy to use do-it-yourself friendly dust free removal method
  • Before starting any textured coating stripping project that may contain lead or asbestos please be sure to test it first. Test kits are inexpensive and available at your local store or online.
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Product Information

Internet # 311596576

Model # ESA-550

Store SKU # 1004821670

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Specifications

Container Size: 1 Gallon

Dimensions

Container Size

1 Gallon

Details

Biodegradable

Biodegradable

Combustibility

Not Combustible

Concentrated or Ready to Use

Ready to use

Interior/Exterior

Interior

Materials Removed

Latex, Latex-based dry paint, Oil-based dry paint

Number per Package

1

Paint Prep & Cleanup Product Type

Paint Remover, Paint Stripper, Texture Remover

Product Dispenser Type

Plastic Bottle

Product Form

Gel

Recommended Surfaces

Ceiling, Wall

Returnable

90-Day

Solvent Type

Dibasic Ester

Warranty / Certifications

Manufacturer Warranty

N/A

Questions & Answers

20Questions
caret
Q:How many square feet does one container do?
by|Feb 7, 2024
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A:  Coverage is 80-100sqft per Gallon depending on the texture of the surface and the thickness applied.

by|Feb 8, 2024
    caret
    Q:How easy is this to be used on your ceiling
    by|Nov 11, 2023
    1 Answer
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    A:  This product is specifically designed to remove Popcorn Texture from your ceiling. The no-drip gel can easily be applied with a brush or thick nap roller. For more information please visit our website, maxstrip.com Thanks!

    by|Feb 1, 2024
      caret
      Q:Does this product have a strong odor like paint stripper?
      by|Jan 18, 2023
      1 Answer
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      A:  This product has a mild odor and low VOC formula. If you are sensitive to smells we recommend some minimal ventilation like opening a window.

      by|Jan 18, 2023
        caret
        Q:Do I have to cover 5the popcorn with plastic or can this step be skipped?
        by|Jan 16, 2023
        1 Answer
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        A:  If your test spot (test a small area first for best product set time) shows removal effective under 4 hours you can skip the "cover with plastic" step. If Max Strip dries out before the texture is softened it stops working and will not be effective. Plastic will keep the product wet and working for longer set times.

        by|Mar 22, 2023
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          Customer Reviews

          3.8 out of 5

          • 3.8 out of 178 reviews
          • 91% recommend this product
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          Textured walls
          We moved to be closer to my in-laws and our new home has textured walls almost in every room. I was so scared when a estimate just to have it removed in my living room was outrageous and contractor friends told me to just paint and learn to love it. I took a chance and ordered this product and it has worked beyond my hopes!!! It removed the paint down to the texture and then I’ve wetted and scraped. It’s been some work on my end but without this product I would of not been able to do it!!! I am going to have smooth walls!!!! I’m so happy I found this product!!!! Thank you, thank you!!! I have bragged to everyone about this product!!!!
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          The MAX STRIP 1 GAL. POPCORN CEILING REMOVER works really great. The first time i tried to take o...
          The MAX STRIP 1 GAL. POPCORN CEILING REMOVER works really great. The first time i tried to take off the popcorn ceiling with scraper it got everywhere, (i had to buy a shop vac to clean up all the mess (the spouse was not very happy with me)). The application was very easy, just brush it on to the ceilings, wait a bit and then you can scrape it off, it didnt tear the paper on the dry wall. Take a look at my pictures and see how good it works. I should have done this from the start, it was clean and simple.
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          8 found this review helpful
          This was a great product for bringing down the popcorn ceiling. Sections of it were easily remov...
          This was a great product for bringing down the popcorn ceiling. Sections of it were easily removed within 3-4 hours and other areas were longer. Considering our home was built in 1968 there were many coats of paint to remove. Be sure to use an extra-rough surface roller and be generous with the application. I'm so happy with the outcome.
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          6 found this review helpful
          Expect to need more of this than you think you will. It's best to roll with two coats on the targ...
          Expect to need more of this than you think you will. It's best to roll with two coats on the target area and let it soak ideally overnight for good measure. That way, it'll come off in bigger clumps and will ultimately make your life easier rather than applying and trying to work with it 20-30 minutes later. The fact you have to use more of it than you expect going into it and the timesink that the job requires makes this 4 stars. But, it worked for me and hopefully it will for you.
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          7 found this review helpful
          This product is very easy to use. Simply follow the instructions exactly and you will get perfect...
          This product is very easy to use. Simply follow the instructions exactly and you will get perfect results. The instructions are easy to follow. I used a shop vac and taped my paint scraper to the end of the hose when I was scraping and that caught most of the mess I would have had to clean up from the floor. Once dry, I painted on 1 coat of primer and 1 coat of paint. My ceiling looks brand new.
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          5 found this review helpful
          This product helps to make a terrible situation a little bit better. I have an entire house that ...
          This product helps to make a terrible situation a little bit better. I have an entire house that has stippled ceilings. I included a picture below. I picked up this product hoping to take on the entire project. I first ceiling to be "tested" was the guest bathroom. It is small, so I thought it might be a good place to start. The stripper does basically everything that it says it would do. Aids in the removal of the bulk of the material and MOST IMPORTANTLY......NO DUST!! for that portion of the removal anyway. As you can see from the pictures. You will still need to do some mudding and sanding as you start preparing the area for paint. My opinion. Using this for a room or maybe 2 is fine, but if you need an entire house done, I would pay the professionals to do it. They will have commercial machines that collect most of the dust as they are working and they will get the entire job done much quicker.
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          7 found this review helpful
          Popcorn ceiling removal is a real pain and mess to do, but if you want it gone, this is the produ...
          Popcorn ceiling removal is a real pain and mess to do, but if you want it gone, this is the product that you want to use to do it. It worked like a charm and the instructions and application were easy enough to understand. You should be doing this anyways due to the popcorn ceiling material, but you should wear a mask to minimize the dust and other materials you'll be breathing in.
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          4 found this review helpful
          This popcorn ceiling remover works great. It does require some work, however, to do correctly.. T...
          This popcorn ceiling remover works great. It does require some work, however, to do correctly.. The remover must stay moist in order to work. It comes in a gel-like form. The bottle says to cover it with plastic after applying to keep it moist for 12 hours or so that it needs to be on the ceiling. We did not cover it with plastic because it was too much of a pain. We didn't leave it as long as it says either. Still, it did make the popcorn ceiling easier to remove.
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          2 found this review helpful
          This MAX STRIP 1 GAL. POPCORN CEILING REMOVER product is an effective way to get the ceiling resi...
          This MAX STRIP 1 GAL. POPCORN CEILING REMOVER product is an effective way to get the ceiling residue removed without too much problems. It is recommended to clear the area because of damp debris falling while being readied for removal. I suggest tacking a plastic material below the work area to catch old popcorn ceiling area compound. It is advisable to let the removal material for at least four hours before starting the job.
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          1 found this review helpful
          Around the 1970's and 80’s, popcorn ceilings became the rage in many homes across the country. Of...
          Around the 1970's and 80’s, popcorn ceilings became the rage in many homes across the country. Often referred to as acoustical or cottage cheese ceilings, people installed these surfaces to hide flaws and imperfections. Now the times have changed and this Max Strip Popcorn Ceiling Remover can safely remove painted coatings, textures and popcorn ceiling stipple from drywall, wood, and more with minimal damage to the surface and lessen the amount of dust created. MAX Strip products are water based, skin safe, and fume free. Some users reported that the product doesnt work but I would say every little bit helps, especially when working overhead, a shoulder, bicep and tricep workout awaits, just be sure and purchase proper ppe and use plenty of dropcloths.
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