10 best paint removers

Product description

Smells strong because when you work hard, you get smelly.  Goof Off Pro Strength Remover works the first time quickly and easily removing tough spots and stains, like chewing gum, that ordinary household cleaners can’t.  Removes: adhesives & glue, crayon, pen & marker, gum, scuff marks, stickers & decals, asphalt & tar, dried latex paint, duct tape, caulk, tree sap, candle wax and more.  Ideal for all kinds of hard surfaces such as metals, glass, brick, wood, concrete, grout, fiberglass, hand tools and most automotive surfaces.  Comes in a wide array of sizes including aerosol.  Warning: This product can expose you to chemicals including Ethylbenzene, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer, and Methanol, which is known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. 

From the Manufacturer

Everybody goofs up sometimes which is why every home, garage and workshop needs Goof Off. It removes the tough messes that ordinary household cleaners can’t. You'll be amazed at how fast, easy and powerfully it works to remove everything from dried paint to gummy, sticky messes, grease, tar, ink and tough stains. Goof Off is the solution to irritating, embarrassing and potentially costly cleaning problems. Goof Off – the ultimate remover for the toughest messes.

• Goof Off Pro Strength Remover works the first time quickly and easily removing tough spots and stains, like chewing gum, that ordinary household cleaners can’t
• Removes: adhesives & glue, crayon, pen & marker, gum, scuff marks, stickers & decals, asphalt & tar, dried latex paint, duct tape, caulk, tree sap, candle wax and more
• Ideal for all kinds of hard surfaces such as metals, glass, brick, wood, concrete, grout, fiberglass, hand tools and most automotive surfaces
• "Smells strong because when you work hard, you get smelly."
• WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Ethylbenzene, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer, and Methanol, which is known to the State of California to cause birth defects or reproductive harm.
• Cuts through the toughest spots and stains quickly
• Use it to eliminate costly messes and mistakes around the garage, workshop and home

User questions & answers

Question:	I have finished hardwood flooring, and there seems to be glue or gum that is stuck on top. Can this remove the glue without damaging hardwood finish
Answer:	I have a popcorn ceiling so I can't say for sure if it would work on a smooth surfaced sheetrock.
Question:	Will it remove super glue from a laminate counterttop
Answer:	This product did not work well for me. It was too think and did not repair scuff or chip marks as I had hoped. I would not use this to paint a whole ceiling. I would buy standard spray paint.
Question:	What gloves should I wear while using it? I see that it contains both xylene and acetone
Answer:	David--I don't think the cover-up spray kills mold. Check out Rusto-leum's site: http://www.rustoleum.com/product-catalog/consumer-brands/zinsser/primer-sealers/covers-up-ceiling-paint-and-primer-in-one
Question:	Can this be used on an automobile without harm to the paint finish
Answer:	Yes, I used it on ceiling tiles, which are flat white. Worked great!

Product features

Goof Off is the best!

Using proprietary chemistry, Goof Off products clean what ordinary household cleaners can’t—grease, glue and grime, crayons, adhesives and virtually every tough cleaning problem you’ll ever encounter.

Product description

Smart strip is a revolutionary paint remover that is safe for the user, any substrate and the environment. It is formulated without methylene chloride and is non-carcinogenic, non-toxic and non-caustic. This water-based stripper will effectively remove up to 15 coats of virtually any coating like oil-based, water-based, acrylics, varnishes, urethanes even old lead paints from interior or exterior surface of wood, brick, stone, concrete, plaster, metal, plastic, glass, fiberglass, etc. Smart strip has zero VOCs, is odor free, user friendly, 100-Percent biodegradable and pH neutral. This is a water-based paste that is easily applied by brush, roller or conventional airless spray. Allow the paste to dwell on the coatings for 3 to 24 hours, depending on the number of coats and the type of coatings being removed. It is formulated to remain wet and effective over extended periods of time and does not require the use of Peel Away Paper. After appropriate dwell time, remove the paste and the softened/lifted paint using a scraper. Any remaining residue can be removed with a sponge and water or a power washer. There is no need to neutralize the stripped surface. Available in 1-quart can.

From the Manufacturer

Smart strip is a revolutionary paint remover that is safe for the user, any substrate and the environment. It is formulated without methylene chloride and is non-carcinogenic, non-toxic and non-caustic. This water-based stripper will effectively remove up to 15 coats of virtually any coating like oil-based, water-based, acrylics, varnishes, urethanes even old lead paints from interior or exterior surface of wood, brick, stone, concrete, plaster, metal, plastic, glass, fiberglass, etc. Smart strip has zero VOCs, is odor free, user friendly, 100-Percent biodegradable and pH neutral. This is a water-based paste that is easily applied by brush, roller or conventional airless spray. Allow the paste to dwell on the coatings for 3 to 24 hours, depending on the number of coats and the type of coatings being removed. It is formulated to remain wet and effective over extended periods of time and does not require the use of Peel Away Paper. After appropriate dwell time, remove the paste and the softened/lifted paint using a scraper. Any remaining residue can be removed with a sponge and water or a power washer. There is no need to neutralize the stripped surface. Available in 1-quart can.

• Biodegradable formula
• Safe for user, substrate and environment
• Removes multiple layers
• Odor free water based advanced paint remover
• Formulated without methylene chloride and is non-carcinogenic
• Odor free water based advanced paint remover
• Formulated without methylene chloride and is non-carcinogenic

User questions & answers

Question:	has anyone use this in a sprayer
Answer:	It can be sprayed. Best to use a commercial sprayer. You will need to remove all the filters and use a .031 tip size.
Question:	how does it do on wood
Answer:	It does very well on wood. Unlike some other environmental strippers like Peel Away 7 it isn't highly alkaline and doesn't require being neutralized, and thus there is no danger of darkening the wood. The #1 choice for wood in my opinion, and I have tried virtually everything. (One tip--cover the stripper with wax paper, plastic, etc. while you let it work so it doesn't dry out. Let it work overnight for maximum effectiveness.)
Question:	How many gallons would be needed for a 26 ft boat with a 10 ft beam
Answer:	I think you would need to ask to buy it by the barrel! We stripped both sides of a standard door and used over a gallon. There were many layers of paint, but you also have to put it on thickly for it to work properly. I would contact the manufacturer for suggestions on stripping a boat.
Question:	does it work on brick which has latex paint on it
Answer:	Yes it works great on stripping latex paint from brick interior or exterior.

Product description

Goof Off Paint Remover for Carpet is the trusted carpet cleaner product by professional tradesmen and Do-It-Yourself consumers to remove the toughest dried paint from the soft surfaces of carpet and rugs. Treat it, don’t trash it! This carpet stain remover works fast to remove costly messes dried latex or oil-based paints leave behind. No need to get a new rug, simply spray the Goof Off Paint Remover for Carpets and wipe the dried paint away in only a minute. This paint splatter solution is safe to use on all washable carpets and rugs. Keep out of read of children. Read and follow all label directions.

• Goof Off Paint Remover for Carpet works the first time, removing dried paint from carpet or rugs in 1 minute.
• This carpet and rug spray works fast to eliminate tough dried paint splatters, correcting costly mistakes.
• Safe to for use on all washable carpets and rugs.
• Removes dried latex and oil-based paint messes.
• To use, simply spray onto the dried paint and then wipe with a cloth. Watch as it works fast!

User questions & answers

Question:	Is this safe for carbon fiber
Answer:	Good question. I don't know with certainty, but I would guess 'yes', it will damage the finish unless applied and removed quickly. This stuff 'cuts' quickly. I would use Goo Gone. But if you have some wd40 around, try that. I'm surprised what it will do without harming finishes. Always try a small spot first (size of a quarter). Let it dry completely and make sure finish is not softened after application.
Question:	Will this work on a wood garage door to remove marine polyurethane
Answer:	There is a Goof off made specifically for super glue removal
Question:	Is this stripper safe to use to remove paint from a fiberglass boat
Answer:	Laytex eventually breaks down. If using for a very short period, it will work. If you're going to be at it for more than 15 minutes, I'd use a chemically resistant glove. Gotta believe those are here on Amazon somewhere. As you seem to know, your skin is permeable; these chemicals will enter your bloodstream. I want no xylene flowing in my bloodstream. Nasty stuff. Even if outside, use a fan if the air is 'still' or better yet, use an organic mask. It works, though.
Question:	Can you stain the wood after using this
Answer:	Never tried it on a car. Used it on fake wood desks. Didn't cause any harm.

Product features

Brush, Roll, Spread or Spray On

• Apply liberally
• Thick formula stays wet longer to penetrate multiple layers
• Spray application works to reach crevices of detailed surfaces

Give it Time to Work

• Starts working in 30 minutes
• May take up to 4 hours to work when removing several layers
• Test scrape an area to see if all layers have been removed from surface
• If desired result isn't achieved, apply more and let it work longer

Scrape Away

PRO TIP: Mist the surface with water prior to actual removal. It makes lifting the layers easier.

• Flat surfaces - use a stiff putty knife to lift paint
• Detailed surfaces - use a stiff bristle brush to lift paint
• Remove any leftover residue using a nylon brush or stripping pad
• Clean-up is easy with water
• Let completely dry before painting

Product description

Rust-Oleum Aircraft Remover provides premium strength stripping for nearly any paint, acrylic, lacquer, epoxy, polyurethane or other coating. Improved non methylene chloride formula works on vertical surfaces with superior efficacy. Fast acting paint stripper removes all finishes on automotive metal surfaces for cars, trucks and more.

• Removes any type of finish from metal surfaces including acrylic, lacquer, polyurethane and baked enamel
• Non-methylene chloride formula provides extra strength with easy application
• Fast acting finish stripper works in 20 to 45 minutes on most coatings
• Use outdoors or in a well ventilated area - not recommended for use on fiberglass, plastic or any synthetic substrates
• Aircraft paint remover is non-corrosive on metal with normal exposure time

Product description

Goo gone, 24 oz, latex paint cleaner trigger, specially formulated to remove latex paint quick & easy, works on wet & dry paint, safe on many surfaces, will not harm wood floors, carpets, plastic, tiles, etc., perfect size for any DIY or professional.

• Latex Paint Remover - Fastest, easiest way to remove messes made by paint and varnish
• Carpet Cleaning - Excellent for removing wet and dried latex paint from your carpet
• Removes Stains - Great at removing paint spills, splatters and over-spray from carpet, finished wood, plastics and more
• Works On - Wet and dried latex paint and art and craft paint
• Safe For Use - On glass metals plastics finished wood sealed stone carpet fabric and ceramic porcelain

User questions & answers

Question:	Can this be used on laminate floors
Answer:	The container only states don't use on plastic, linoleum, rubber or sheet rock/ plaster. I'm using it for wood, glass and formica countertops. Hope this helps. You may need to email the company for the best information. Cheers Michael
Question:	can it remove paint from bathroom tile
Answer:	we have used it on wood to remove almost everything except marine grade. We even used it on brass so making a guess it might
Question:	Is goo-gone safe on fiberglass? never spray paint the bathtub with latex spray paint is my lesson. need to remove it all
Answer:	Pettit Paint Bio-Blast Bottom Paint Remover PET-9051G
Question:	Can I use this for removing permanent marker stains from a whiteboard
Answer:	Yes, but make sure you clean the wood surface using "Mineral Sprits" and the give it a full 24 hours to dry then apply the stain

Product features

Paint Can Be Messy

Don't let paint spills get in the way of your projects. Use Latex Paint Clean Up wipes to easily wipe away paint drips, splatters and over-sprays.

Surface Safe

Goo Gone Latex Paint Clean Up Wipes are safe on virtually any surface such as plastic, tiles, glass, appliances, and metal floors.

Clean Up All Your Messes With Goo Gone

Goo Gone has a line of products dedicated to paint clean up. Please explore all of our options for your paint clean up needs!

• PROFESSIONAL QUALITY: Paint Scrapers that get the job done with a superior finish. Makes repair and refinishing jobs quick and easy
• ONE TOOL WITH MULTIPLE USES: Tools can be used as a paint scraper, screwdriver, paint can opener, hammer, crown molding remover, putty knife, box opener & more. One scraper blade replaces multiple hand tools in your toolbox.
• STAINLESS STEEL BLADE: Straight-ground blades for flexibility and carbon steel blades, hardened for durability. Rust-resistant steel blade
• COMFORTABLE AND DURABLE: Soft grip designed to last for long jobs without discomfort to your hands
• LIFETIME GUARANTEE: No worries here, if something happens to your set, return them, and get a brand new set!

User questions & answers

Question:	What is the length of the flat long blade at the very end
Answer:	From cutting blade side to side, just over 2 and 1/2 inches. From metal end blade to before handle, just under 4 inches. Hope this helps!!
Question:	Is there a holder
Answer:	A holder for the scrapers? No there is not.
Question:	Is this a good tool to help remove baseboard
Answer:	No. I recommend Zenith Industries ZN700001 Trim Puller for that.
Question:	I'm assuming this would work for popcorn ceiling removal, correct
Answer:	It would, but your arms will start to fail after less than 1 minute. Get something specifically designed for removing popcorn ceiling that has a long pole, or the ones with integrated vacuum hose.

Product features

Multiple Use

Looking for a ONE tool that does the Work of 5?

Then you must have this Bates Paint Scraper 5 in 1 tool in your toolbox. It has a multiple use like paint scraper, screwdriver, paint can opener, hammer, crown molding remover, putty knife, box opener & more. The soft grip handle is durable and gives you comfort in handling to last a long job. Rust-resistant carbon steel blade for flexibility and hard for durability.

Multiple Use

Looking for a ONE tool that does the Work of 5?

Then you must have this Bates Paint Scraper 5 in 1 tool in your toolbox. It has a multiple use like paint scraper, screwdriver, paint can opener, hammer, crown molding remover, putty knife, box opener & more. The soft grip handle is durable and gives you comfort in handling to last a long job. Rust-resistant carbon steel blade for flexibility and hard for durability.

Multiple Use

Looking for a ONE tool that does the Work of 5?

Then you must have this Bates Paint Scraper 5 in 1 tool in your toolbox. It has a multiple use like paint scraper, screwdriver, paint can opener, hammer, crown molding remover, putty knife, box opener & more. The soft grip handle is durable and gives you comfort in handling to last a long job. Rust-resistant carbon steel blade for flexibility and hard for durability.

Multiple Use

Looking for a ONE tool that does the Work of 5?

Then you must have this Bates Paint Scraper 5 in 1 tool in your toolbox. It has a multiple use like paint scraper, screwdriver, paint can opener, hammer, crown molding remover, putty knife, box opener & more. The soft grip handle is durable and gives you comfort in handling to last a long job. Rust-resistant carbon steel blade for flexibility and hard for durability.

Product description

Goof Off Household Heavy Duty Remover cuts through the toughest stains on plastic or fabric. This spot and stain remover clears away ink, marker, and lipstick – even scuff marks. Of the many kid-sized messes moms deal with, Goof Off tackles the spots that can be particularly difficult to resolve. Each cleaner spray bottle is safe for use as a fabric spray to tackle mistakes that ordinary cleaners can’t handle. To use, simply apply Goof Off Household Heavy Duty Remover directly to the stain and allow to penetrate one minute. Wipe off with an absorbent cloth or wash fabric as directed. Then step back and enjoy the work done by this miracle remover. Keep out of reach of children. Read & follow all label directions

From the Manufacturer

Everybody goofs up sometimes, which is why every home, garage, and workshop needs Goof Off. It removes the tough messes that ordinary household cleaners can’t. You'll be amazed at how quickly, easily, and powerfully it works to remove everything from dried paint to gummy, sticky messes, grease, tar, ink, and tough stains. Goof Off is the solution to irritating, embarrassing, and potentially costly cleaning problems. Goof Off is the ultimate remover for the toughest messes.

• Goof Off Household Heavy Duty Remover works the first time, cutting through tough spots and stains quickly
• Removes the difficult messes and mistakes ordinary cleaners can't handle
• Safe to use on plastic, fabric, and clothing
• Effectively removes ink, marker, scuff marks, lipstick, and even shoe polish
• To use, simply apply Goof Off directly to the stain and allow it to penetrate for at least one minute. Wipe off with an absorbent cloth or wash fabric as directed

User questions & answers

Question:	Will this remove overspray on a car window? Do i need to worry about damaging the window
Answer:	Yes, it does need to be used per the instructions and removed with soap and water after use.
Question:	Will it remove super glue
Answer:	Yes, it will remove latex paint from tile.
Question:	I need to remove ink and magazine stains from my light blue working shirts, Will this wrk without damaging the shirts
Answer:	My experience is it will remove semi-dry latex paint and very small area dry latex paint. I’m not experienced in removal of large area dry latex paint.
Question:	Will it remove decals from my car bumper
Answer:	This product will not remove permanent marker.

Product features

Goof Off products clean what ordinary household cleaners can’t

Using proprietary chemistry, Goof Off products clean what ordinary household cleaners can’t—grease, glue and grime, crayons, adhesives and virtually every tough cleaning problem you’ll ever encounter.

Product description

3 Minute Remover Advanced Liquid is designed for detailed stripping to penetrate crevices and intricate textured surfaces. It begins working in 2 minutes on most coatings, and will soften more difficult coatings in 5-10 minutes without damaging woor corroding metal surfaces underneath. This fast acting liquid is Methylene Chloride Free and can be applied on wood, metal, and masonry surfaces to remove latex and oil-based paint, lacquer, shellac, varnish, epoxy and polyurethane finishes.

• Size: 1 Quart
• Removes multiple layers
• Methylene Chloride free
• Fast acting liquid used for detailing textured surfaces
• Strips up to 25 square feet

User questions & answers

Question:	Will these work on car paint
Answer:	Do not use this product on car paint. Beside it doesn’t work at all. I used it on a painted dresser and I ended up throwing the can away. IT DOES NOT WORK AT ALL! See other reviews as well

Product description

Rust-Oleum Aircraft Remover provides premium strength stripping for nearly any paint, acrylic, lacquer, epoxy, polyurethane or other coating. Improved non methylene chloride formula works on vertical surfaces with superior efficacy. Fast acting paint stripper removes all finishes on automotive metal surfaces for cars, trucks and more.

• Removes any type of finish from metal surfaces including acrylic, lacquer, polyurethane and baked enamel
• Non-methylene chloride formula provides extra strength with easy application
• Fast acting finish stripper works in 20 to 45 minutes on most coatings
• Use outdoors or in a well ventilated area - not recommended for use on fiberglass, plastic or any synthetic substrates
• Aircraft paint remover is non-corrosive on metal with normal exposure time

User questions & answers

Question:	will this product remove powder coat from an alloy wheel
Answer:	I'm not sure what you are asking exactly. The disc itself is 4" in diameter. 1/2" thick and if you can understand this analogy, the disc is mounted to the bottom of a grinder disc style head.
Question:	Will this remove old flaking clear coat on oem cast alum wheels w/tires on & still mountd? If not, which product would? In midst of diy car project
Answer:	Glad to answer your question. The rust grindering wheel maximum speed 12500 (R.P.M), Safe speed 9900/min, The rotational speed and linear speed of your machine's mark cannot exceed the disc's mark. Otherwise, the grinding disc may be easily damaged when overloaded. hope help.
Question:	Will it remove bed liner material
Answer:	Hello, these strip discs is five pack for one set. For details, please refer to our details page and choose the size that suits you. thankyou!
Question:	can this product be used on wood
Answer:	These are 4 inch. I cannot say much more about them at this point not having broken into this pack. I have been using another brand in 4.5 inch and so long as the surface is reasonably smooth they last well for paint/moderate rust/mill scale removal leaving a good paint-able or weldable surface.
Question:	What is the maximum depth of the profile it will do
Answer:	no worry it's fine on any types ofexternal
Question:	how quickly will Strip & Clean Discs stops
Answer:	Yes absolutely gone from my countertop
Question:	hello, How many do i get
Answer:	Doubtful, as I don't think it's intended for fabrics and may stain them on its own. It's my understanding this product is intended to remove the sticky/gummy glue type material often used for stickers or tape. Think duct tape used on plastic to secure it while moving, but the tape sat in the sun too long and now there's that gummy mess leftover when you remove the tape.
Question:	Is this a 4 or 4 1/2 strip disc
Answer:	I have not used it for removing decals ,so I don't know. I have just used it to remove residual tacky from packaging tape and it is not that good. Can't recommend it.

Product features

Widely used in metals

• Rust stripping disc durable in use
• Hard-wearing, low grinding noise
• Uniform grinding effect, less dust

Great for woodworking

• Fast to remove the paint or rust without damaging the original surface
• Easy Strip Discs Application
• Fit for most makes of 100mm to 115mm angle grinders

Remove Scaling, Oxidation, rust

• Used for surface preparation, conditioning and finishing
• Excellent for removal of paint or rust off car panels
• Also great for use on wooden or fiberglass surfaces

• PREMIUM SILICON CARBIDE ABRASIVE: Each abrasive strip disc made from durable silicon carbide and bonded with strong fiberglass backing; Long lasting uniform grinding effect and improved cut rate
• CLOG-RESISTANT & DURABLE: Stripping wheel with non-woven nylon webbing for effective, clog-resistant grinding; Less dust and low noise; Fiberglass backing to absorb vibration and offer additional durability and reinforcement
• PAINT AND RUST REMOVER: Strip disc removes rust, paint, weld spatter, oxidation and coatings quickly and effortlessly, without damaging the original surface; -Purple strip discs have the longest service life and highest efficiency than the black and blue strip discs
• DESIGNED FOR ANGLE GRINDERS: 4.5” Strip disc with 7/8" arbor fits angle grinder paint stripper. Note - DOES NOT FIT Wagnet paint eater
• WIDE USE: Paint stripper is used for surface preparation, conditioning and finishing on metal, fiberglass, wood

Product features

Specifications

Material：silicon carbide abrasive

Backing Type: Fiberglass

Color: Blue / Black / Purple / Assorted

Size: 4.5” x 7/8” arbor (115x22mm)

Quantity: 6 pieces

Maximum speed: 13000RPM

Features

- Made from durable silicon carbide abrasive and bonded with strong fiberglass backing

- Polyurethane coated nylon webbing for effective clog-resistant grinding

- Uniform grinding effect, less dust and low noise

- Fast and effectively removes rust, dirt, paint, weld spatter, scaling, oxidation and other surface contaminates

- No damage to the original surface

- Widely used for grinding and polishing the surface of steel, aluminum, copper, plastic, fiber products, wood, stone, concrete, and more

- Black strip wheels are designed to remove light painting and coating

- Blue strip discs have a longer service life and higher strip efficiency than the black strip discs

- Purple strip discs have the longest service life and highest efficiency than the black and blue strip discs

Compatibility

4-1/2" Diameter with 7/8" Arbor disc set fits most 4.5 Inch Angle Grinder, compatible with DEWALT DCG414B, DWE402, Makita 9557PBX1, Bosch 1375A, GWS8-45, PORTER-CABLE PC60TAG, PCE810, Black & Decker BDEG400, G950 and more.

Note - DOES NOT FIT Wagnet paint eater