Ways to remove adhesive from a sticker

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Try simple ways first. If the glue remains, use chemistry or special means.

 

Try simple ways first. If the glue remains, use chemistry or special means. 

Hair dryer

With a hair dryer, even old glue stains can be removed. Set the temperature to the highest setting, preheat the surface, and carefully remove the adhesive with a plastic spatula, an old credit card, or the back of a knife. If small particles of glue remain, treat the area with soapy water or vegetable oil.

The cleaning company LiveCleanToday, which offers one-time cleaning services(look more here https://www.livecleantoday.com/services/one-time-cleaning), warns do not use a hair dryer on painted and plastic surfaces: at high temperatures, the paint may swell and the plastic may deform.

Alcohol or acetone

The method is suitable for glass, metal surfaces and tiles. Moisten a cloth with alcohol or acetone, apply to the stain and after five minutes remove the traces of glue with a soft sponge. To get rid of a specific smell, wash the dishes with soap or a special product.

Distilled vinegar

Dampen a rag with white vinegar and apply to the glue stain. After 10 minutes, remove the soaked adhesive residue with a plastic card and wipe the surface with a soft, damp cloth, and then dry. It is better not to use the method on plastic. 

Masking tape

You can remove fresh glue from the label using a paint brush . 

Tape or tape - this method will not harm the surface. Stick it on the stain and tear it off sharply. Repeat the procedure several times.

Sunflower oil

Any oil will do: the fat will dissolve the adhesive. Apply liquid to the surface or cover the traces of glue with a cloth soaked in oil and wait a few minutes. Then peel off the paper and remove the softened particles with a damp cloth.

Eraser

The eraser is great for removing fresh sticker marks from hard surfaces. Moisten the stain, wipe with a dry cloth and comb

rub the glue with an eraser. If it doesn't work the first time, repeat the process.

Wet wipes

Alcohol-soaked wipes will do. If the dirt has dried, then first moisten it with water, and then wipe it dry. Use a paper towel to remove any adhesive residue from the surface and rinse the surface. 

Petrol

This method is good at removing glue stains on glass and metal. It is better to use refined household gasoline, and not automobile. Dampen a cloth with liquid to wet the dirt. Wait for the glue to soften and wipe off the stained area. 

Lemon acid

To prepare the solution, mix two tablespoons of powder and 100 ml of warm water. Soak a soft cloth in this solution, blot the dirt and leave for 15 minutes. Then wipe the surface with a clean damp cloth.

Special cleaners

If household methods do not help or you do not want to spend time preparing solutions, try professional products. They are universal, you can choose the right one for any surface. 

Three effective remedies:

  • Cleaner Liqui Moly. This is a car body cleaning spray that can be used in everyday life: quickly removes stickers from any surface. Spray on the stain and leave for five minutes. Then wipe with a damp sponge and a dry cloth.
  • Universal aerosol "Antiscotch". Suitable for paintwork, glass, stone and metal. To remove dirt, spray the product on the stain, leave it for 3-5 minutes and clean off the remaining adhesive with a sponge or cloth.  
  • Cleaner Prosept. Will clean any surfaces resistant to organic materials from traces of stickers and adhesive tape in 2-3 minutes. Treat the stain with the concentrate, leave for a few minutes and wipe with a damp cloth. Please note: it has a slight whitening effect. 
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