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NAPCO Sonic Strip paint stripperAs those in the refinishing business know, you’d be hard pressed to find any refinisher who didn’t name durability and performance as the leading characteristics sought after in paint strippers. But while all refinishers want the highest performing paint strippers, many of their customers - those looking to refinish their bathroom or kitchen - have considerations beyond the tub and tile: eco friendliness. With increased government regulations, and changing consumer preferences, the use of safer materials can make or break your refinishing business, no matter how high-quality the stripping product.

That is why NAPCO has developed Sonic Strip, a brand-new paint stripper that is more environmentally friendly, without losing any of the durability and performance that customers expect on their newly refinished surface. NAPCO’s product has been specifically formulated to contain zero amounts of methylene chloride, a chemical frequently found within products in the refinishing and coatings industry.

And while most strippers without methylene chloride are much slower acting, and often require multiple coats, NAPCO’s Sonic Strip is easy to use and safe for you and the environment.  By following these steps for correct application, you won’t have to compromise quality, performance, or the environment.

 

Tips for Using Sonic Strip

NAPCO paint strippers

When you are looking to remove polyurethane and epoxy coatings from ceramic surfaces, specifically tubs, tile, showers, and sinks, you need to ensure that you are equipped with the right tools to get the job done. Sonic Strip is specifically formulated to target polyurethane and epoxy coatings. It even has a humectant built in to prevent premature drying.  Here are a few things to keep in mind when working with our Methylene Chloride-Free product.

  • IT CLINGS! Sonic Strip clings to vertical surfaces and can be brushed or poured on to the surface.
  • IT SOFTENS! Methylene Chloride-Free products don’t always bubble when they start working. Let the product work for 20 to 30 minutes before you check for softening.
  • IT STRIPS AND PEELS! Not only is the product more tolerable for the nose, it lifts and peels efficiently.

 

As green living becomes the new norm, more consumers are implementing eco-friendly ways of living and are more willing to pay a premium for products that are better for the environment. NAPCO’s Sonic Strip proves that you don’t have to sacrifice effectiveness for sustainability and safety.

 

NAPCO Sonic Strip is easy to use and safe for you and the environment. By following these steps for correct application, you won’t have to compromise quality, performance, or the environment.

New Product is Completely Free of Strong Acid

Etch and Cleaner -NAPCO Piranha PrepWe are pleased to launch our newest environmentally-friendly product, Piranha Prep. This new hydrofluoric acid-free refinishing product is a combination etch and cleaner. It is perfect for use on tile, ceramic, or porcelain surfaces. Vertical clinging gel works to eat away at stubborn stains and simultaneously roughens the surface. It has been safely formulated so that it is completely free of hydrofluoric acid, one of the dangerous chemical compounds often found within etch treatments. Piranha Prep is now available for purchase on our website https://www.napcoltd.com/napco-piranha-prep 

Customers should apply the product while wearing chemical resistant gloves and safety goggles. Be sure that your work area has sufficient ventilation and avoid contact with your eyes or skin. For best results, brush or spread Piranha Prep over the surface of the bathtub or tile and wait 10-15 minutes. Scrub the surface with water and a scrub pad and continue to clean with cool water after all material has been removed. Dry the surface with a clean towel and make sure the surface is clean and free of stains prior to continuing the refinish job.

“By developing a hydrofluoric acid-free combination of etch and cleaner, NAPCO provides its customers with a safer way to etch and clean a tub,” said Steve Coven, CEO of NAPCO. “This new product also enables refinishers to save time on their work by eliminating a step in the refinishing process.”

An additional benefit of this new product is that by eliminating strong acids from the etch and phosphoric acid from the cleaner, it’s actually much safer for refinishers to use.

NAPCO is always looking to innovate on behalf of our base customers, as well as to make products that are safer for not only our professional refinishers but also for our employees as well.


Testimonials

Review by Joe Richardson – Richardson HomeWorks LLC

NAPCO Ltd
Rating 5 5 Star Rating

We have been using Napco products for about 1.5 years now. Napco products have always exceeded our expectations. We primarily use their 320 Product lines. After we depleted our stock of their Poly Tub & Tile Prep we ordered their new tile preparation product (Piranha Prep). The Piranha Prep is a concentrated solution that cleaned the tubs very well without those harsh chemical odors.
So, on the behalf of Richardson HomeWorks LLC, we thank you for such an amazing Tub and Tile Prep.


 

We are pleased to launch our newest environmentally-friendly product, Piranha Prep. This new hydrofluoric acid-free refinishing product is a combination etch and cleaner. Piranha Prep is now available for purchase on our website.

New Product is Methylene Chloride-Free

paint stripperWe are pleased to announce that our brand-new paint stripper, Sonic Strip is now available. Sonic Strip is specifically formulated to contain zero amounts of the chemical methylene chloride, so often found within products in the refinishing and coatings industry. This new, solvent-based paint stripper is both safe and effective. 

Sonic Strip, developed primarily for use on ceramic surfaces such as tubs, tile, showers, and sinks, can also be applied to other substrates. The stripper is formulated with strong vertical cling, so it will easily remain on any surface upon which it is brushed or poured. After 10 to 15 minutes of processing time, the stripper can be chipped with a razor in order to strip the film from the substrate. For ease of use, there is a humectant built into the stripper to prevent it from drying. A lighter coat may need to be applied if it has been sitting for many hours.

“We are very excited to be able to offer the product to our customers,” said Steve Coven, CEO of NAPCO. “This is a product that we have been working on for quite some time. The safety of our customers and their clients is of the utmost importance to us. With this methylene chloride-free paint stripper, our refinishers can be confident that they are safe to carry out the work their clients need.” 

In addition to the benefits listed above, our new paint stripper makes for an easy clean-up! Sonic Strip will lift the film up from the substrate and keeps it more intact, ensuring that it comes off in large sheets instead of small chips. 

As an industry leader, we will continue to formulate low-VOC products to ensure of the safety of their refinishers and their clients. Offering more products that are methylene chloride-free is a goal we continue to work toward as a company.

For more information on Sonic Strip, or to place an order, call NAPCO’s customer service hotline at 1-800-888-1081.

 

Sonic Strip, developed primarily for use on ceramic surfaces such as tubs, tile, showers, and sinks, can also be applied to other substrates. New Product is Methylene Chloride-Free. For more information on Sonic Strip, or to place an order, call NAPCO customer service hotline at 1-800-888-1081.

Kitchen Resurfacing Products

NAPCO is proud to offer top-of-the-line supplies for the kitchen resurfacing industry. Though our roots are in providing products and strategies for bathtub and tile refinishing, we are just as dedicated to the quality of our kitchen refinishing product line. The NAPCO Essentials Products were developed at the NAPCO headquarters in Skokie, IL, and are made with the same attention to detail and commitment to excellence with which we have been producing bathroom refinishing products for over thirty years.

NAPCO kitchen refinishing coatings

Our Kitchen Renew line is specifically formulated for use on kitchen countertops and cabinet surfaces. Our Kitchen Renew coatings are waterborne and environmentally-friendly, making them the safest options on the market for both refinishing contractors and the homes in which they work. In addition, the waterborne qualities of our new products gives them amazing time-saving abilities! These are all-in-one, 1K (one part) products, and that means no thinner, no catalyst, and no mixing. In fact, NAPCO is the only manufacturer in the refinishing industry with a 1K waterborne coating!

Our Kitchen Renew countertop coating was formulated with our refinishers in mind. This coating can actually be sprayed over a wet surface, no need to wait for dry-time. This is especially beneficial when used in conjunction with our customer-favorite Flint-Stone faux-granite coating, as it can save you up to 24 hours of waiting time! In addition, our Kitchen Renew countertop coating levels the Flint-Stone’s surface, allowing you to skip sanding. Even better, this coating dries to tack in 20 minutes and is easy to clean with soap and water. All of these assets work to save our refinishers time and labor costs!

Our Kitchen Renew line includes three unique refinishing coatings for kitchen cabinets and countertops. The first is a satin clear countertop coating that functions as a top coat over our popular Flint-Stone, faux-granite product. The other two items are kitchen cabinet coatings, both featuring a satin finish. One comes in a bright white color that can be easily tinted to match light tones and pastels, and the other is a clear that can be used to create custom colors.

Kitchen Refinishing Training

Our renowned refinishing training program now includes instruction on kitchen countertop and cabinet resurfacing! With the launch of our new Kitchen Renew coatings for kitchen refinishing, we are pleased to offer an all-new addition to our professional refinisher training classes.

Kitchen Refinishing - Product Sheets

Kitchen Renew Satin Custom Color Cabinet Coating Sell Sheet - download PDF

Kitchen Renew Satin Custom Color Cabinet Coating TDS - download PDF

Kitchen Renew Satin Clear Countertop Coating Sell Sheet - download PDF

Kitchen Renew Satin Clear Countertop Coating TDS - download PDF

 

NAPCO is proud to offer top-of-the-line supplies for the kitchen resurfacing industry. Our Kitchen Renew line is specifically formulated for use on kitchen countertops and cabinet surfaces. Our renowned refinishing training program now includes instruction on kitchen countertop and cabinet resurfacing!

Cabinet Refinishing Products

NAPCO’s all-new line of Kitchen Renew cabinet refinishing products will help our professional refinishers appeal to a wider range of consumers. While we have traditionally specialized in refinishing products and training for bathtub and tile, we are now able to offer refinishing capabilities for bathroom and kitchen cabinets. This allows our contractors to expand their range of services outside of the bathroom, which is a powerful and proven way of growing the customer base.

For complete restoration projects of kitchen and bathroom cabinets, you can rely on NAPCO to provide the latest and greatest products and training courses. The cabinet resurfacing products you see below are top-of-the-line materials, and you can trust NAPCO to answer any questions you may have on best uses or practices.

Cabinet Coatings

cabinet coatingThe kitchen is the center of the home, and its appearance should reflect its importance. It’s the place where families and friends gather, the place where the action is. Since so much activity takes place in the kitchen, sometimes it needs a little TLC. Cabinet coatings are a great way to make old kitchen cabinets look like new. Cabinet refinishing can give a kitchen a whole new look, without the hassle of tearing out and replacing the units.

Our Kitchen Renew cabinet coatings were created with the well-being of our refinishers in mind, and that is why our new cabinet coatings either meet or exceed the KCMA specifications after application. In addition, NAPCO is the only manufacturer in the refinishing industry with a 1K (one part) waterborne coating! These new products currently consist of two satin finish cabinet coatings. One comes in a bright white color (LINK) that can be easily tinted to match light tones and pastels, and the other is a clear that can be used to create custom colors.

Our cabinet coatings present a great new opportunity for our refinishers, as this new capability will help them better appeal to homeowners and grow their customer base. Utilizing cabinet coatings for improvement of the kitchen has huge appeal, as it is a much more affordable solution. Kitchen remodeling is extremely expensive and providing cost-saving options like cabinet coatings and refinishing is a great alternative.

Kitchen Renew Satin White Cabinet Coating - smooth and beautify old cabinet doors and surfaces for a fresh new look!

Kitchen Renew Satin Custom Coating - this waterborne coating is specifically formulated for use by an HVLP system to ensure a smooth, high-quality application.

Kitchen Refinishing Coatings - Product Sheets

Kitchen Renew Satin Custom Color Cabinet Coating Sell Sheet - download PDF

Kitchen Renew Satin Custom Color Cabinet Coating TDS - download PDF


Refinishing Kitchen Cabinets with NAPCO's Water-Borne Coating - Watch the Video

 

For complete restoration projects of kitchen and bathroom cabinets, you can rely on NAPCO to provide the latest and greatest products and training courses. NAPCO’s all-new line of Kitchen Renew cabinet refinishing products will help our professional refinishers appeal to a wider range of consumers.

Gorilla Grip Wipe On Primer

Gorilla Grip Wipe-on Refinishing PrimerSave an hour of prep on each and every tub with Gorilla Grip, our wipe on primer. Simply clean the tub with Poly-Cleaner, rinse and dry, wipe on Gorilla Grip primer. It’s that simple.
• No etching
• No spraying primer
• No sanding
• No cleaning gun after priming


 

Epoxy Low Build Primer Resin 'Fast Dry'

Holds tightly to porcelain, cast iron, steel
• Retains flexibility to resist cracking
• Use 3 – 4 light coats without worry of unevenness or runs
• Just 5 – 10 minutes of dry time
• Mix with Epoxy Low Build Primer Catalyst


 

Epoxy Low Build Primer Catalyst 'Fast Dry'

• “Part B” of our Epoxy Low Build Prime
• Dries in 5 – 10 minutes saving you up to an hour on each job


 

Click here for more information or to order primers.

 

Save an hour of prep on each and every tub with Gorilla Grip, our wipe on primer. Simply clean the tub with Poly-Cleaner, rinse and dry, wipe on Gorilla Grip primer. It’s that simple.

Pair kitchen cabinet resurfacing with countertops and you provide an almost complete remodel. By using our high-build primer resin you can cover up almost any woodgrain pattern and color with one coat. Then just apply any color (including custom selections) topcoat and your customer has a totally new look. Some of our customers partner with a flooring professional to offer a more complete package.


refinished coutertopStain-No-More Catalyst

• Mix with any of our topcoat resins
• Resists staining agents such as ketchup, grape juice, mustard, wine, etc.


Click here for more information or to order low gloss coatings, primer and catalyst.

 

 

Pair kitchen cabinet resurfacing with countertops and you provide an almost complete remodel. By using our high-build primer resin you can cover up almost any woodgrain pattern and color with one coat. Then just apply any color (including custom selections) topcoat and your customer has a totally new look.

NAPCO offers a complete line of low gloss resin for use on kitchen counters and vanity tops. This line has the same features as our high gloss coatings but with 20% less gloss. The textured versions are as easy to use as the regular low gloss coatings but result in a slightly textured surface.

professional refinisherAll Poly-Glass Low Gloss Topcoats:

• Flexible enough to withstand impact of dropped objects
• Tough enough to last 10+ years when properly applied
• Provide great coverage with less material and cost
• Fit any décor; available in 22 standard colors plus custom colors
• Available in textured finish as well


Mega-Fast Poly-Glass 4 Hour Cure Low Gloss Resin

• Our fastest dry time – fixture can be used in 4 hours
• Dries to the touch in 5 – 10 minutes minimizing dust contamination
• Great for commercial accounts such as hotels, nursing homes, hospitals, etc.


Poly-Glass Quick Dry Low Gloss Resin

• Fixture can be used in 24 hours
• Minimize dust contamination, dry to the touch in 5 – 10 minutes


Poly-Glass Regular Dry Low Gloss Resin

• 48 hour cure time
• Our most economical low gloss topcoat


Kitchens can be Your Most Pofitable Work! Call NAPCO today!

 

 

 

NAPCO offers a complete line of low gloss resin for use on kitchen counters and vanity tops. This line has the same features as our high gloss coatings but with 20% less gloss. The textured versions are as easy to use as the regular low gloss coatings but result in a slightly textured surface.

Offering bathtub chip repair services can result in a nice add-on sale.  NAPCO provides bathtub chip repair supplies to help you repair surface damage to porcelain and fiberglass bathtubs and sinks.

Fiberglass filler

Fiberglass filler

The main purpose of bathtub refinishing services is to restore bathtubs, sinks, and tile surfaces to like new condition.  While applying a new finish definitely helps, it does not fix surface damage like chips, dents, scratches, or burns.  Most of our customers that provide bathtub refinishing services report that the bathtubs that they refinish also require some level of repair.  This means that many of your customers may notice if their bathtubs or sinks have chips or scratches after they have been refinished.  Offering bathtub chip repair services to your customers to fix these surface blemishes can be a great add on sale and make you some extra money at many jobs.

NAPCO provides a full selection of bathtub chip repair supplies to repair chips, scratches, dents, and other types of surface damage for bathtubs and sinks.  We offer everything you need including a chip repair catalyst and resin, tubes of white and blue hardener, foam brushes, fillers, and a sandpaper repair kit to help repair blemishes on porcelain, fiberglass, and even cast iron surfaces.  Our deluxe sandpaper repair kit comes with six different grit sheets of sandpaper as well as buffing cloths to buff out scratches and other blemishes.  All of our bathtub chip repair products are very affordable which will make bathtub repair a profitable add on service.  Your customers will appreciate the added repairs after having their bathtub or sink refinished.

Call NAPCO at (800) 888-1081 to order bathtub chip repair supplies, or submit an order online.

 

Offering bathtub chip repair services can result in a nice add-on sale. NAPCO provides bathtub chip repair supplies to help you repair surface damage to porcelain and fiberglass bathtubs and sinks.

Using the right bathtub refinishing equipment is important.  NAPCO offers a complete line of equipment including HVLP spray systems, fume exhausters, spray guns, and repair kits.

The best coatings to use for bathtub and tile refinishing projects are applied with spray equipment, making it important to use quality spray systems and spray guns to produce good results for your customers.  If you have a problem with your spray system when you show up to a job, it can ruin your day by causing you to spend too much time on a project, or cause you to lose the job altogether.  The best way to prevent these types of problems on the job is to invest in the best bathtub refinishing equipment available and make sure you maintain it properly.

tub refinishing equipment - spray systemNAPCO offers the best bathtub and tile refinishing equipment in the industry including HVLP spray systems, spray guns, personal protective equipment, fume exhausters, repair kits, and other various parts.  You can mix and match our spray guns, hoses, and other parts to meet your specific needs at an affordable price, and our repair kits and spare parts will help you keep your spray equipment well maintained.  Equipment maintenance is one of the most important aspects of providing bathtub refinishing services because it will allow you to provide consistent high-quality services and get more projects done in a day which will increase the earning power of your equipment.

At NAPCO, we sell everything you need to quickly get your spray system working for you to get more jobs and earn more money.  Our professionals can also help you choose parts that work best with the equipment you already have and the refinishing products that you prefer to use.  We offer spray systems, spray guns, and replacement parts from the industry’s top brands including Titan and Wagner, so you can trust our equipment to be dependable and easy to maintain.  Our quality spray equipment will pay for itself because your customers will be happy with the results, leading to more referrals and callbacks.

Don’t let worn out or poor-quality equipment cost you a job.  Our bathtub refinishing equipment is reliable and we are available to provide technical support if you have any issues.  You can order spray systems and parts online or give us a call at (800) 888-1081.

 

Using the right bathtub refinishing equipment is important. NAPCO offers a complete line of equipment including HVLP spray systems, fume exhausters, spray guns, and repair kits.
The best coatings to use for bathtub and tile refinishing projects are applied with spray equipment, making it important to use quality spray systems and spray guns to produce good results for your customers.