Most furniture is still finished with lacquer or a high-performance two-part finish, but Goof Off is now based on acetone, and acetone will attack and damage all but the most durable of finishes.
Contains acetone and Xylene. Reports have associated repeated and prolonged overexposure to solvents with neurological and other physical damage. Intentional misuse of this product by deliberately concentrating and inhaling vapors can be harmful or fatal. Avoid contact with eyes and contact with skin.
Goo Gone is a fairly average citrus-based cleaner, where as Goof Off is based on acetone. It'll melt many paint and plastics on contact.
A: Goo gone is a light to regular-duty cleaner that will remove sticky residue and things like that. Goof Off is heavy duty. Care must be taken to test the item you're using it on to be sure that the cleaner doesn't damage it. This would be more likely on plastics, etc.
Even when a clay bar was used on the marks before applying Goof Off and the spots were waxed post applying the Goof Off, dull marks were left behind on the car's surface. This, in turn, has led to not recommending Goof Off for applying on any plastic or paints.
The bottle recommends 24 hours, so we did another one and left it overnight, then rinsed with the pressure washer for some extra power and the stain is gone!
Goo-Gone is a bit more gentle and is my preferred choice for anything plastic. You just have to rub it in slowly and give it a little more time to work. Then, there is the good old WD-40 solvent for removing most any kind of gooey tape residue.
Goof Off® Heavy Duty Remover is formulated for and safe for use on plastics and fabric. Always test in an inconspicuous area before broad application.
Vegetable or canola oil can work wonders, as can peanut butter or mayonnaise. Spread it on, let it soak into the residue for about an hour, then wipe it away. For a tougher clean, try rubbing alcohol or vodka. Let it fully permeate the unwanted residue, then rub away completely with a cloth.
Most furniture is still finished with lacquer or a high-performance two-part finish, but Goof Off is now based on acetone, and acetone will attack and damage all but the most durable of finishes.
Method 5: Soak in distilled white vinegar
Vinegar is an excellent cleaner and residue-remover. Pour some distilled white vinegar onto a paper towel and place it over the adhesive. Let it sit for a few minutes before scraping or wiping the residue away with a damp cloth.
Hydrogen peroxide is especially good on super glue, and it's a safe way to clean up most glue spills on metal. Soak a cotton ball with the hydrogen peroxide and press it onto the glue until it softens. Use fresh cotton balls as needed to blot up any glue residue.
I use Goo Gone for plastics. It's the citrus-based stuff. Goof Off 'Pro Strength Remover' for everything else (which is basically acetone, with a few added ingredients). You can also get 100% acetone in the nail polish aisle at any Walmart, which is about 90% as good.
Prolonged skin contact may cause irritation, redness, swelling and possible tissue destruction. Prolonged or repeated contact may cause dermatitis. Prolonged skin contact may result in absorption of a harmful amount of this material. May cause liver damage.
Goof Off is petroleum based, while Goo Gone is citrus based (mostly). Generally, the prevailing guidance is don't use Goof Off on plastic or anything that is sensitive to petroleum based substances (i.e. don't use Goof Off on painted surfaces unless you are will to deal with possible damage).
Using Goo Gone: Follow the label directions as you apply the cleaner to the plastic. Allow it to work for several minutes and then scrape the stovetop.
Goof off is definitely safe for paint but it must be used with discretion (which seems to be the point that is always missed). I've used it several times for road paint removal jobs and other industrial paint/coating removal jobs.
The WD-40 Multi-Use Product will need a bit of time to soften the sticker adhesive for all the residue to be removed by a rag, so allow several minutes for the formula to sit on the area. Once the product has loosened the adhesive, use a clean rag to wipe away the rest of the sticker residue and the excess product.
Effective remover for dried latex paint, caulk, stickers, decals, glue, tar, road grime, bugs and tree sap, this super strength remover can do it all. Safe to use on baseboards, metals, glass, brick, wood, concrete, grout, fiberglass, most automotive surfaces, fully cured varnish and oil painted surfaces.
Apply Heat. If you are dealing with a delicate surface and are unable to use adhesive remover, acetone, rubbing alcohol, etc., a bit of heat may do the trick, without damaging the surface. Some stubborn adhesives melt or soften and become much easier to remove when heated. Heat the adhesive using a heat gun.
Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Wash thoroughly after handling. A source of clean water should be kept in the immediate work area for flushing of the eyes and skin. Follow all MSDS/label precautions even after container is emptied because they may retain product residues.
Skin: Brief contact may cause slight skin irritation with local redness. Repeated exposure may cause irritation, even a burn. May cause more severe response on covered skin (under clothing, gloves). Inhalation: When used as directed, the consumer is not expected to experience any exposure effects.