Klean-Strip Premium Stripper Aerosol
Klean-Strip Premium Stripper Aerosol earns the best-in-class spot for aerosol paint removers by balancing professional-strength chemistry with wide substrate compatibility, making it a reliable choice for stripping multiple layers of paint, varnish, and lacquer. Compared with the other products here, it offers a strong performance-to-cost ratio for contractors and serious DIYers — more aggressive than many consumer formulas like Goof Off while typically costing less per effective use than specialty removers such as Rust-Oleum’s aircraft product.
Fast coat removal
Thick-gel cling
Fast coat removal
Thick-gel cling
Review Summary
"Users report Klean-Strip Premium Stripper Aerosol removes multiple layers of paint quickly and reliably; common complaints are strong solvent odor and the need for PPE and careful cleanup. Overall it's viewed as a professional-strength, effective aerosol stripper."
Contractor favorite
Fast-acting aerosol formula that softens and lifts multiple paint and varnish layers.
Contractor favorite
Fast-acting aerosol formula that softens and lifts multiple paint and varnish layers.
Optimized Work Efficiency
Time-Saving Convenience
Reduced Stress & Anxiety
Klean-Strip Premium Stripper Aerosol earns the best-in-class spot for aerosol paint removers by balancing professional-strength chemistry with wide substrate compatibility, making it a reliable choice for stripping multiple layers of paint, varnish, and lacquer. Compared with the other products here, it offers a strong performance-to-cost ratio for contractors and serious DIYers — more aggressive than many consumer formulas like Goof Off while typically costing less per effective use than specialty removers such as Rust-Oleum’s aircraft product.
Fast coat removal
Thick-gel cling
Contractor favorite
Fast-acting aerosol formula that softens and lifts multiple paint and varnish layers.
Works on wood, metal and masonry with aggressive solvent blend for quicker removal.
Fast coat removal
Thick-gel cling
Contractor favorite
Fast-acting aerosol formula that softens and lifts multiple paint and varnish layers.
Works on wood, metal and masonry with aggressive solvent blend for quicker removal.
$10-18 CAD
Goof Off Pro Strength Remover
Goof Off Pro Strength Remover is the market leader for consumer-facing aerosol removers because it pairs strong solvent power with easy availability and an economical price point, making it ideal for quick spot jobs, adhesive cleanup, and small-scale paint removal. Compared to the heavy-duty formulations on this list, Goof Off is a more budget-friendly and convenient option for homeowners and light trades—less suited to multi-layer industrial coatings than Klean-Strip or Rust-Oleum but often the smartest financial choice for short, targeted tasks.
Pro-strength lift
Tough adhesive remover
Pro-strength lift
Tough adhesive remover
Review Summary
"Goof Off Pro Strength Remover is widely praised for fast, powerful removal of adhesives and paint spots and works well on many surfaces, though it can damage some plastics and has a strong chemical smell. Reviews highlight excellent spot-removal performance but warn about aggressive chemistry and ventilation needs."
Detailer pick
Professional-strength formulation that cuts through paint, adhesives and stubborn residues.
Detailer pick
Professional-strength formulation that cuts through paint, adhesives and stubborn residues.
Optimized Work Efficiency
Time-Saving Convenience
Reduced Stress & Anxiety
Goof Off Pro Strength Remover is the market leader for consumer-facing aerosol removers because it pairs strong solvent power with easy availability and an economical price point, making it ideal for quick spot jobs, adhesive cleanup, and small-scale paint removal. Compared to the heavy-duty formulations on this list, Goof Off is a more budget-friendly and convenient option for homeowners and light trades—less suited to multi-layer industrial coatings than Klean-Strip or Rust-Oleum but often the smartest financial choice for short, targeted tasks.
Pro-strength lift
Tough adhesive remover
Detailer pick
Professional-strength formulation that cuts through paint, adhesives and stubborn residues.
Fast-drying aerosol that penetrates and breaks down spots without excessive scrubbing.
Pro-strength lift
Tough adhesive remover
Detailer pick
Professional-strength formulation that cuts through paint, adhesives and stubborn residues.
Fast-drying aerosol that penetrates and breaks down spots without excessive scrubbing.
Rust-Oleum Aircraft Remover
Rust-Oleum Aircraft Remover is positioned as the specialized choice for aerospace and industrial applications, formulated to tackle tough epoxies, urethanes, and multiple factory topcoats that general-purpose aerosols struggle with. It commands a premium price compared with consumer products like Goof Off and Jasco, but that higher cost is justified by engineered performance on demanding substrates and coatings where reliability and thorough stripping are critical.
Industrial strength
Multi-coat strip
Industrial strength
Multi-coat strip
Review Summary
"Rust-Oleum Aircraft Remover is considered a heavy-duty, effective stripper for multiple coats and metal/aircraft applications; buyers note it works very well but is harsh, with potent fumes and strict safety/disposal considerations. It's favored for tough jobs but treated as a specialist product."
Aviation-grade power
Designed for heavy-duty industrial and aircraft finishes, removing multiple coatings safely when used per instructions.
Aviation-grade power
Designed for heavy-duty industrial and aircraft finishes, removing multiple coatings safely when used per instructions.
Optimized Work Efficiency
Time-Saving Convenience
Increased Safety & Security
Rust-Oleum Aircraft Remover is positioned as the specialized choice for aerospace and industrial applications, formulated to tackle tough epoxies, urethanes, and multiple factory topcoats that general-purpose aerosols struggle with. It commands a premium price compared with consumer products like Goof Off and Jasco, but that higher cost is justified by engineered performance on demanding substrates and coatings where reliability and thorough stripping are critical.
Industrial strength
Multi-coat strip
Aviation-grade power
Designed for heavy-duty industrial and aircraft finishes, removing multiple coatings safely when used per instructions.
High-performance chemistry formulated to strip durable automotive and aerospace paints.
Industrial strength
Multi-coat strip
Aviation-grade power
Designed for heavy-duty industrial and aircraft finishes, removing multiple coatings safely when used per instructions.
High-performance chemistry formulated to strip durable automotive and aerospace paints.
$18-35 CAD
Circa 1850 Heavy Body Paint & Varnish Remover Spray
Circa 1850 Heavy Body Paint & Varnish Remover Spray stands out for its thick, clingy formulation that provides extended dwell time on vertical and ornate surfaces, reducing the need for repeated applications and manual scraping. Technically it offers advantages over thinner aerosol formulations—less runoff and better penetration of multiple layers—so although its per-can price can be higher than lighter-duty removers, it can save labor and waste on complex restoration projects compared with cheaper alternatives.
Heavy-body cling
Low-odor formula
Heavy-body cling
Low-odor formula
Review Summary
"Circa 1850 Heavy Body Paint & Varnish Remover Spray is appreciated for its thick formula that clings to vertical surfaces and for being less harsh than methylene-chloride options; reviewers say it often requires longer dwell time or repeat applications for heavy coatings. Users like the lower-toxicity profile but note slower performance on thick or multiple layers."
Furniture-safe touch
Thick, heavy-body spray clings to vertical surfaces for extended dwell time and deeper penetration.
Furniture-safe touch
Thick, heavy-body spray clings to vertical surfaces for extended dwell time and deeper penetration.
Eco-Friendly Living
Aesthetic & Personal Appeal
Time-Saving Convenience
Circa 1850 Heavy Body Paint & Varnish Remover Spray stands out for its thick, clingy formulation that provides extended dwell time on vertical and ornate surfaces, reducing the need for repeated applications and manual scraping. Technically it offers advantages over thinner aerosol formulations—less runoff and better penetration of multiple layers—so although its per-can price can be higher than lighter-duty removers, it can save labor and waste on complex restoration projects compared with cheaper alternatives.
Heavy-body cling
Low-odor formula
Furniture-safe touch
Thick, heavy-body spray clings to vertical surfaces for extended dwell time and deeper penetration.
Effective on varnish, polyurethane and multiple paint layers with reduced runoff.
Heavy-body cling
Low-odor formula
Furniture-safe touch
Thick, heavy-body spray clings to vertical surfaces for extended dwell time and deeper penetration.
Effective on varnish, polyurethane and multiple paint layers with reduced runoff.
$15-28 CAD
Jasco Premium Paint & Epoxy Remover Aerosol
Jasco Premium Paint & Epoxy Remover Aerosol is respected as a versatile mid-market option that targets tough coatings, including epoxies, and balances potency with user-oriented packaging for aerosol convenience. It sits between consumer-priced products like Goof Off and the specialized Rust-Oleum aircraft formula: more capable on industrial coatings than typical DIY removers but generally more affordable than dedicated aerospace or heavy-body specialist sprays, making it a practical choice for contractors needing reliable performance without specialty pricing.
Epoxy-busting power
Fast recoat ready
Epoxy-busting power
Fast recoat ready
Review Summary
"Jasco Premium Paint & Epoxy Remover Aerosol gets high marks for removing paint and epoxy effectively and for being an accessible aerosol option; typical negatives are strong odor and the need for protective gear and multiple passes on very heavy coatings. Overall reviewers find it effective and good value for heavy-duty home and workshop use."
Workshop staple
Formulated to tackle epoxy, urethane and multiple built-up coatings common in renovation work.
Workshop staple
Formulated to tackle epoxy, urethane and multiple built-up coatings common in renovation work.
Optimized Work Efficiency
Skill Development & Mastery
Time-Saving Convenience
Jasco Premium Paint & Epoxy Remover Aerosol is respected as a versatile mid-market option that targets tough coatings, including epoxies, and balances potency with user-oriented packaging for aerosol convenience. It sits between consumer-priced products like Goof Off and the specialized Rust-Oleum aircraft formula: more capable on industrial coatings than typical DIY removers but generally more affordable than dedicated aerospace or heavy-body specialist sprays, making it a practical choice for contractors needing reliable performance without specialty pricing.
Epoxy-busting power
Fast recoat ready
Workshop staple
Formulated to tackle epoxy, urethane and multiple built-up coatings common in renovation work.
Aerosol gel action provides long contact time and controlled application on detailed surfaces.
Epoxy-busting power
Fast recoat ready
Workshop staple
Formulated to tackle epoxy, urethane and multiple built-up coatings common in renovation work.
Aerosol gel action provides long contact time and controlled application on detailed surfaces.
$14-30 CAD