CitriStrip Paint & Varnish Stripping Gel, Citrus Scent, 1 Quart

This paint stripper is AMAZING!! It has a wonderful citrusy orange scent, too! So easy to work with. Just brush it on (thick) your project and either 1)wait maybe 20-30 minutes or 2)cover the CitriStrip with a layer of white trash bags, which will allow you to finish the project the next day if needed. When you come back, use a plastic paint scraper and the old paint will literally lift off in one giant strip. Easy peasy! And no harsh chemical smells. In the pictures, the dresser had multiple layers: was first dyed blue and red with RIT dye; then painted a mint green with a darker green sponge detail around the top edges; then painted white.

I used this on an antique dresser that had seven layers of paint. It took me several rounds of stripping to get all the paint off, but this product worked and didn't damage the dresser at all. It also smelled pleasant and didn't make me sick to my stomach or give a headache, which is a huge bonus. The only issue I had was that it did leave a stain on surrounding items if some of the peeled off paint goop landed on them; however, I was able to strip that off as well with some extra work. The photos I included show the dresser 3 layers in, the final strip before sanding, and the finished product after staining. I used this stripper, a palm sander, and about 30 hours of my sweat equity to restore this dresser.

Citristrip worked like a charm on painted surfaces. Not so much on stain or maybe it was the varnish? To be fair the finish on the coffee table was 30 years old. But the Citristrip left behind areas that were not penetrated so either I had to apply another coat or work extra hard at sanding.

It's only a quart. I just assumed it was a gallon because that's what I ordered from Amazon. And it was just a few bucks more. So for the price I would definitely either see if Walmart has the gallon and if not I would definitely just order it through amazon at a better price

CitriStrip Paint %26 Varnish Stripping Gel is seriously a game-changer for refinishing projects! It's easy to apply, works effectively, and doesn't have that harsh chemical smell that most strippers do a big plus when working indoors. I've used it on furniture and old trim, and it removes layers of paint and varnish like a champ. Perfect for DIYers or anyone taking on restoration work. Highly recommend for anyone wanting a cleaner, more manageable stripping product that actually works!

worked for most of the paint i needed to strip off. there were sections that reapplied a few times that still didn't fully lift, but overall it worked out okay. I don't like the scent of oranges, but it was my best option. It wasn't too overpowering, but it wasn't pleasant to me.

I recommend this product if you are going to use it outside or in a large, well ventilated area. I read several reviews searching for an easy to use paint stripper that could be used inside and didn't hardly have a smell. I was removing the paint on my bathroom cabinets and vanity. The doors were the only parts that I could do outside. I tested a small area about a 4"x4" size with a really thick coating on the side of my vanity first. I left it on for approx 20 hours, and then I took a rag and wiped it right off. I was impressed. I used a paint brush and put a generous amount on the whole side of the vanity, opened the bathroom window, and left it for over 24 hours. It didn't remove a lot at all. I knew that I would have to apply a really thick amount and use saran warap to cover it in to keep it in place from dripping down. The smell was overwhelming. I waited several days before attempting again. I t removed some in certain areas, but the vast majority I had to scrape or sand the paint off. I highly recommend only on items you can take outside and lay down and turn over.

CitriStrip does work, but dries before actually working correctly, no matter the temp. Wasted a lot of time and product trying to get it to work, but I accidentally figured out how to make it work by putting it on thick, covering it with Saran Wrap, and letting it sit for 12-24 hours. If used according to directions, it will only take off a small amount, if any at all, which may be their plan, so you have to use much more.

I used Citristrip on a wood cabinet door to remove varnish and paint, but even after letting it sit for 24 hours, it barely did anything. Instead of stripping the finish, it just left behind a sticky residue that now has to be cleaned off. At this point, sanding probably would have been easier and faster. Pretty disappointing experience overall.

Every time I order this product I get a past expiration date. I ordered this product in July 2025. The expiration date is May 2025. Which I think weakened the product quality. Please help.