I think I’m not the only one familiar with the problem of sticky stains left by tape on plastic. Wondering how to quickly and with your own hands remove adhesive tape and sticky residue from it? I propose to look into it and solve this problem once and for all.
Removing tape from smooth surfaces: 10 options
Before you wash the tape off the plastic, you need to remember a few nuances:
- Try to act as quickly as possible - the longer the adhesive tape is left on a smooth surface, the more difficult it will be to remove marks from it.
- Do not use metal brushes or scrapers - they leave small scratches.
Available means: 7 options
To remove tape from plastic, you can use simple and always available funds:
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Remedy 1. Scotch tape
Surprisingly, but... scotch tape will help remove remaining tape:
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Remedy 2. Oil
Any will do vegetable oil: sunflower, burdock, mint, flaxseed, rapeseed, etc.:
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Remedy 3. Rubbing alcohol
It will help not only remove residual glue from the plastic, but also remove yellow stains on it. It is enough just to moisten a cotton swab in alcohol and treat the surface with it.
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Tool 4. Eraser
A regular office eraser will even cope with old sticky stains on a plastic surface:
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Remedy 5. Soap solution
You can remove fresh traces of tape with a hot soapy solution:
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Remedy 6. Dishwashing liquid
It will help remove the tape not only from plastic, but also from the car. Proceed in the same way as indicated in the instructions for using the soap solution. |
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Remedy 7. Hairdryer
You can try removing old masking tape by heating it. For these purposes it is impossible would be better suited hairdryer
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Special products: 3 examples
If you can’t remove traces with the usual means at hand, it’s time to use heavy artillery. They are potent substances that can be purchased in the store.
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Sticker Remover (price from 130 rubles)
Available in in various forms(in an aerosol can, in the form of a pencil or liquid). |
Scotch tape is widely used in everyday life: for repairs and moving, for packing boxes and insulating windows, as well as for many other household needs. However, despite all its benefits and versatility, adhesive tape has one drawback - it leaves sticky marks that are difficult to get rid of. We decided to find out what you can use to wipe off the tape, and what methods really work.
Scotch tape is an excellent fastening and packaging material, but in most cases it leaves adhesive marks on the surface that are difficult to remove.
Plastic and glass surfaces
Let's look at what available products will help you remove tape from plastic and glass.
Vegetable and essential oils
You can wipe off the tape using vegetable oils. Any option will do: from sunflower and olive to essential oil.
Treat the contaminated area with a cotton swab soaked in oil and leave for 15-20 minutes. Wipe off the tape with vigorous movements using a dry cloth.
If after the first procedure it was not possible to completely get rid of the stains, repeat the procedure several more times.
Medical alcohol
Alcohol will not only help remove traces of tape, but will also remove the yellowish tint from the plastic.
Test the product before use: since plastic has different composition and density, the reaction to alcohol may vary.
Moisten a small piece of cloth generously with alcohol and begin to gradually wipe off any remaining glue from the surface. This procedure can be carried out several times until the sticky traces completely disappear.
When working with aggressive agents, including alcohol, be sure to wear protective gloves to protect the skin of your hands.
Scotch
As they say, they knock out a wedge with a wedge: tape can easily deal with glue residues on plastic and glass surfaces.
Carefully place new strips of tape over the old marks and tear them off sharply. Of course, this manipulation will have to be done several times, but the result will please you.
Before you start cleaning glue marks with various improvised means, try using tape first
Cleaners
There is a wide range of cleaning products for plastic and glass surfaces on store shelves. If the stains are minor, you can use a spray; if the stains are old and blackened, it is better to give preference to cleaning pastes with abrasive particles.
Put on protective gloves, apply the paste to the sponge and start cleaning. Periodically rinse the sponge to remove sticky crumbs and paste residue. Finally, rinse thoroughly and dry the glass surface with a dry cloth.
Glass is a fairly stable material - the use of chemicals or other means will not harm it. You can wipe tape off glass with vinegar, alcohol, acetone and other solvents.
Cleaning pastes are not suitable for removing tape residue from plastic as the abrasive particles can damage and scratch the surface.
Stationery eraser
You can wipe off tape from a glass surface, a plastic window, furniture and even household appliances using a regular rubber band. This method has only one drawback - if the area of contamination is large enough, you will have to gain strength and patience.
Hairdryer
The adhesive from the tape quickly eats into the surface, hardens, and is very difficult to wipe off. To soften the hardened mass a little, you can expose it to high temperature.
Turn on the hairdryer at medium power and blow hot air over the dirty areas. As soon as the sticky mass softens, remove it with a dry cloth or rubber spatula.
A hairdryer is indispensable if you need to remove double-sided tape.
Do not turn on the hair dryer full power: not every type of plastic can withstand high temperatures without deforming.
Baking soda
You can remove adhesive from tape from various surfaces using soda.
Dilute baking soda with water to the consistency of thick sour cream, apply the resulting mixture to a sponge and thoroughly treat the entire surface of the stain. For greater effect, you can pre-melt the adhesive mass with a hairdryer. After cleaning, wipe the surface with a clean, damp cloth.
Baking soda effectively copes with many tasks, and is often used in everyday life as a cleaning agent.
Acetone
Acetone or nail polish remover can help remove tape marks from glass surfaces. Put on gloves, dampen a small piece of cloth and thoroughly wipe the contaminated areas.
It is not recommended to use this product for plastic, as cloudy stains may remain on the surface. It is better to use nail polish remover without acetone and be sure to test its effect on an inconspicuous area.
Windshield washer
Car windshield washer will help remove tape from plastic surfaces. Simply spray the product onto contaminated areas and leave on for 20-30 minutes. Since the spray drains quickly, some areas can be re-sprayed.
At the end of the procedure, wipe the glass with a dry cloth.
Windshield washer will help remove the tape from the plastic.
Drill
You might be surprised, but using a drill can quickly and effectively get rid of old traces of tape.
A drill with a rubber tip acts like an eraser, only at a faster speed. Using this method, you can wipe off tape from plastic, paint and some other surfaces. However, you should only start work if you are confident in own strength. If you are inexperienced, you can easily damage the surface being treated.
Professional products
Today you can find special products on sale that will do the job perfectly. Typically they are called: “Sticker Remover.” Just ask your consultant what liquids and aerosols are included in the range.
In addition, there are special pencils on sale for removing traces of tape from household appliances, plastic, ceramics, glass and plumbing fixtures.
Many housewives recommend removing traces of tape with WD-40 lubricant.
Another product, Profoam 2000, has also received good reviews from housewives. Motorists use it to clean leatherette upholstery and plastic car parts, and remove grease stains, technical grease and dirt from tires and rims. The product is widely used in everyday life and copes well with traces of glue and tape on plastic, linoleum, leatherette and glass.
Use the product you choose according to the instructions, and you can easily wipe off the tape from various surfaces.
One of the most effective and affordable modern means for cleaning dirt from various surfaces – melamine sponge. Without the use of cleaning products, it will help remove masking tape and other stubborn adhesive marks.
How to remove tape from furniture
When transporting furniture, pull-out parts (drawers, doors) are often secured with adhesive tape. Alas, but then you have to rack your brains about how to wipe off traces of tape without damaging the coating. Let's see what tools can help solve this problem.
White spirit, refined gasoline, alcohol and nail polish remover are suitable for bare wood that is not protected by varnish or paint.
Solvents
You can remove tape from furniture using solvents, but this process must be approached with all responsibility.
Use solvents carefully: test the product on an inconspicuous area of the furniture before you begin cleaning.
When working with solvents, be sure to ventilate the area.
Put on gloves and a protective mask, moisten a small piece of cloth with solvent and carefully treat the stains. You can apply a dampened cloth and hold it for several minutes: during this time, the product will destroy the structure of the glue, and you can remove its remains with a dry cloth.
Nail polish remover
Wipe off the tape from upholstered furniture Nail polish remover will help: soak a piece of gauze and scrub the upholstery thoroughly. Don’t forget to wash off any remaining product with soapy water and dry the furniture.
Oil
Vegetable and essential oils are effective not only for plastic and glass surfaces, but also for furniture.
Oil can only be used on varnished surfaces: untreated wood will absorb it, and instead of sticky stains you will get oil marks.
To wipe off the tape, soak a rag or piece of gauze with any vegetable oil, apply to the sticky spot and leave for 15-30 minutes. Then thoroughly wipe the dirt with a sponge and wash away any oil traces with a soap solution.
For greater effectiveness, heat the stained area with a hairdryer before removing traces of adhesive tape. Be careful not to overheat the surface; polished furniture may leave dull white spots.
Essential oils contain organic acids that destroy the adhesive base of the tape.
Simpler and effective method– cleansing with essential oil. Rub the stains with a cloth soaked in essential oil, and then wash off the marks with soapy water.
Suitable for varnished, painted and polished surfaces: vegetable and essential oils, lather and a stationery eraser.
Detergents
Dissolve any detergent in hot water ( liquid soap, dish soap, etc.), whip up the foam and treat the stains with the solution using a sponge. If the marks are old, you can apply thick foam to them and soak for 10-20 minutes. Rinse off any remaining product and wipe the furniture with a dry cloth.
Appliances
To remove tape from the refrigerator, washing machine and other similar techniques that will be useful to you:
- vinegar;
- alcohol or vodka;
- acetone or nail polish remover;
- window cleaner;
- "White Spirit".
The listed products can be used for painted metal (kitchen stove, hood), glass and mirror surfaces (except tinted ones), tiles and ceramic surfaces.
To remove tape from a car body, use gasoline, kerosene and vegetable oil. IN difficult cases– a drill with a rubber nozzle. You need to act delicately, without pressure
As you can see, anyone can easily wipe off the tape. It is important to consider which product can be used on a particular surface and act carefully, first testing the method on an inconspicuous area.1
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Scotch tape, or adhesive tape, leaves sticky, dirty marks on the surface after use. When trying to wash them, many are faced with a serious problem - it’s not that easy!
What to do and what means to use? Let's look at affordable and inexpensive options.
What is on the farm
1.Vegetable oil– you can use any (sunflower, olive). It is enough to apply a little oil to a soft sponge and treat the surface. After about 10 minutes the glue will swell and you can easily remove it with a regular rag.
Where it can be used: wood, veneer, windows, plastic, polished furniture, dishes.
Price: from 100 rubles.
2. Vodka - it can also be replaced with medical alcohol. Apply the product to the surface with a cotton swab and carefully remove any remaining glue.
Suitable for removing adhesive from plastic surfaces, such as window frames.
Cost: from 300 rubles.
3.Dry Cleaner– for example, “Comet”. Apply it to the sponge and wipe the area with the glue. Suitable for use on hard surfaces such as a kitchen stove.
Cost – from 50 rubles.
4. Glass cleaning products, for example, “Mr. Muscle”. Ideal for removing glue from windows. Spray it on the surface and wipe with a cloth.
Cost – from 200 rubles.
5. Soap solution – the best option for those who don't want to spend money. Heat the soap dissolved in water, dip the soiled item into the solution and soak for a while, then wash.
Soap is suitable for removing glue only from fabrics.
Cost – from 20 rubles.
Available office
1. Scotch tape - or in other words, wedge by wedge. Apply the tape to the muddy marks and give a sharp tug. Repeat several times if necessary. Some of the adhesive residue should be removed.
Suitable for use on any surface, but inferior in effectiveness to the previous two products.
Cost – from 50 rubles.
2.Eraser – use it to erase glue as if you were erasing a pencil from paper. Then wipe the surface with a damp sponge.
The eraser works well to remove tape marks from hard surfaces made of wood and plastic. This option will not work if the contaminated area is very large.
Cost: from 20 rubles.
Chemistry
In economic and construction stores You can find many products that can dissolve adhesive strips from tape. Here are a few available and cheap:
1.The cleaner in an aerosol can is very convenient and effective drug to remove glue not only from tape, but also from labels and stickers. The product is sprayed onto the surface, after which you simply wipe with a damp cloth.
Can be used on any surfaces except paintwork.
The main disadvantage of the purifier is its high price - from 1,500 rubles.
2. White spirit - this solvent can be replaced with nail polish remover or acetone. The product must be used carefully so as not to damage the surface.
The solvent is effective, but cannot be used on all surfaces, or rather only on fabrics, upholstery, and curtains.
Cost – from 350 rubles.
3. Gasoline is always at hand for motorists, so they successfully use it to remove glue from metal parts cars, as well as from glass. Gasoline evaporates quickly, leaving no unpleasant traces. For household use, it is better to prefer purified gasoline for refilling lighters.
The cost of purified gasoline is from 30 rubles.
Removing traces of tape from metal After repair, how to remove adhesive from tape
Very often the need wash off the glue masking tape occurs after repair. Get dirty during repair work everything is possible - from furniture to walls. Let's figure out how to solve unpleasant problem quickly and efficiently.
Furniture
If traces of glue remain on the doors of cabinets or nightstands, for example, if you covered them with film and secured it with tape, use:
- Vegetable oil - removes glue from painted and polished surfaces, but leaves stains on unfinished wood furniture.
- White spirit - suitable for both unpainted and unvarnished wood, and for any other surface. Do not over-expose it so as not to leave marks.
- Eraser – safe remedy for furniture, so if the area with glue is small, carefully wipe it off. You can help yourself by slightly heating the surface with a hairdryer.
Appliances
The following will help you remove adhesive residue from adhesive tape from household appliances:
- Medical alcohol or vodka - they do not damage metal and plastic surfaces.
- Acetone - but with great care so as not to leave stains.
- Powdered cleaner - best used in combination with a soft sponge to avoid scratching the surface.
Window
Glass is not afraid chemicals, so you can safely use:
- Mister Muscle or any other glass cleaner.
- Solvent.
- Vegetable oil.
In case of double-sided tape First, soak it a little with a cloth soaked in solvent. You can also try heating the stained area with a hairdryer and then trying to remove it.
Linoleum
If the glue remains on the linoleum, it is better not to experiment and purchase Profoam 2000 universal cleaner. It will not leave marks on floor covering and at the same time quickly cope with glue residues.
Painted walls
If painted walls are “damaged” during renovation, there is no need to worry. A soap solution will help remove glue from such a surface. The glue soaks well and scrapes off quickly. Vegetable oil will also not harm, but in this case it is better to avoid solvents.
How to remove adhesive from tape from plastic
To wash off the adhesive from the tape from plastic, you can use another simple remedy that is always found in the kitchen - baking soda. This method is suitable if the glue stains are not old.
We proceed as follows:
- Dissolve some baking soda in water.
- Wet the sponge in the resulting solution.
- Wipe the contaminated area with a sponge.
- We wipe the plastic first with a damp and then with a dry cloth.
Baking soda acts as a mild abrasive and does not damage the plastic surface.
Thus, the arsenal of means for removing adhesive from tape is quite large. Use and remove dirt quickly and efficiently!
The content of the article:
Scotch tape (single-sided or double-sided) is a useful invention that is an excellent fastening and packaging material. It is practically impossible to do without it either at home or at work. However, in addition to the many advantages of adhesive tape, there is one drawback - it various surfaces Traces that are difficult to remove remain. Moreover, the more porous and softer the working surface of the adhesive tape, the more difficult it is to remove stains from the material. But to solve the problem there are accessible, simple and effective methods. Let's find out how to remove traces of tape from various types of furniture surfaces.
How do you clean tape marks on furniture on different surfaces?
Stains from adhesive tape on furniture, glass, plastic and other surfaces can be removed using improvised means that are available in every home. At the same time, substances are not universal. They are not suitable for all coatings; they have their disadvantages, advantages and side effects.
- Gasoline for refilling lighters, kerosene and white spirit. These powerful products can remove centuries-old marks. Their downside is aggressiveness. Remaining tape can be removed upper layer surfaces. In addition, light spots may appear on the item. The drugs are suitable only for quality coatings. They are not used for cleaning toys, and flammable substances are not used near fire.
- Rubbing alcohol, acetone, nail polish remover. Universal tools are less powerful than the previous ones. Suitable for most surfaces. However, low-quality thin plastic, varnished and painted materials can ruin it.
- Vinegar, window cleaner. The substances are quite gentle, so they do not cope with all coatings.
- Hairdryer The heat from the hair dryer softens the adhesive from the tape that has been on the surface. long time and ate deeply into her. The downside of this technique is that not every material can withstand heat from a hairdryer without losing its aesthetic appearance.
- Vegetable and essential oil. After mixing oil with glue, the oil changes its properties. After applying it to the mark and waiting 2 hours, the sticky mass loses its stickiness. The method is suitable for hard and leather surfaces, except for those that absorb liquid, for example, untreated wood.
- Dishwashing gel and baking soda, dissolved in hot water, remove glue residues. After their use, the coatings are washed and wiped dry. In this case, use soda for glass, varnished and painted surfaces carefully so as not to scratch it.
- Stationery eraser. Contaminants are removed from any surface that can be rubbed well, just like pencil marks on paper. After which the specks need to be blown away. The disadvantage of this method is that it is labor intensive. At the same time, the eraser copes with old marks.
How to remove traces of tape on plastic furniture?
Working with plastic is the most difficult thing, since you don’t know whether the chosen product will harm it:
- If there are sticky marks on furniture and household appliances, then cleaning powders, dishwashing gel, acetone, and white spirit are suitable.
- Plastic children's toys and dishes need to be cleaned delicately, using oil (vegetable or essential), alcohol, and rubber band.
- Stain on a hard surface kitchen stove and the refrigerator are cleaned with washing powder.
- If a sticky stain remains on a surface that can withstand high temperatures, then the contaminated area is heated with a hairdryer, the sticky residue is removed and washed with a soap solution.
- Fresh marks on different surfaces can be cleaned with diluted baking soda. hot water until the consistency of mush.
- Remains of adhesive tape on household appliances remove special pencils and liquids.
- Good quality plastic can be cleaned with any means, including more aggressive ones: gasoline, white spirit, hair dryer, vegetable oil, pencil eraser.
Traces of tape on glass and mirror furniture
Glass and mirror are stable materials that will not be harmed by chemicals or other means.
- The easiest way to remove traces of glue is glass cleaner. It is applied to the contaminated area, left for several minutes and softened marks are removed with soft paper.
- Stains on windows and coffee table will remove window cleaner or a solution of laundry soap (3 parts) and hot water (1 part).
- For surfaces without tinting, acetone, gasoline, medical alcohol, and vodka are suitable.
- Can handle glue lemon acid(0.5 tsp) dissolved in 200 ml of warm water. The composition is applied to the dirt, left for 20 minutes and the residue is removed with a dry cloth.
- A special “Label Remover” product, which is sold in supermarkets, can help remove adhesive tape residues.
- A fresh stain can be removed with baking soda mixed with hot water to a paste consistency. But you need to work with it carefully, with a sponge, so as not to leave scratches.
Traces of tape on upholstered furniture and carpet
- Remove tape from textiles or leather with a warm soapy solution of dishwashing gel, washing powder, soap.
- Permanently colored materials can be cleaned with medical alcohol, vodka, and white spirit.
- Leather furniture is first rubbed with a sponge soaked in vinegar, and then wiped with a damp cloth.
Traces of tape on lacquered and polished furniture
- White spirit solvent and gasoline will remove imprints on polished and varnished furniture. However, these products may leave a stain and a persistent unpleasant odor.
- A more gentle method is oil (essential or vegetable). Apply it to the area with a cotton pad, and after 15 minutes wipe the surface with a clean rag.
- A mixture of laundry soap shavings (3 parts) and hot water (1 part) will clean a fresh stain.
- A safe way is a hairdryer. After heating, wipe the stained spot with a swab with vegetable oil. Then the furniture is treated with laundry soap.
Traces of tape on furniture with a wooden surface
- An untreated (unvarnished or unpolished) wooden surface is treated with a soft cloth soaked in any solvent or white alcohol.
- An old mark is first heated with a hairdryer and then treated with a solvent.
- Oils are never used on untreated wood. Otherwise, greasy stains will remain on the surface.
Traces of tape on clothes
Sticky marks on clothing are the most difficult to remove because... the surface is not smooth. In addition, the longer the tape was glued, the deeper the glue was absorbed into the fabric.
- The first way to remove tape is to apply an iron to the stain through a clean sheet of paper and iron it.
- If hot temperature does not help, then solvents will help, but depending on the type of fabric. Leather products and non-fading fabrics can be cleaned with alcohol and acetone; delicate fabrics and printed materials can be cleaned by washing with preliminary soaking in a soda solution.
- When all means have been tried, but the mark still remains, you can remove it with the same tape. A new piece of tape is glued to the dirty place and sharply torn off.
- Gasoline and oil are not used for clothing; they leave greasy stains that practically cannot be removed with anything.
- Before using any product, test it on an inconspicuous small area. If the coating has not changed within 5 minutes, then it can be applied.
- When cleaning items, look at the tags and tags on them to avoid damaging the fabric with chemicals.
- Work with flammable products in a well-ventilated area and away from sources of fire.
When quality adhesive tape is used, it can leave marks that are difficult to remove. If the remaining glue is not removed immediately, then over time dust and dirt will stick to these areas, which will significantly worsen the appearance piece of furniture or clothing. When deciding how to remove traces of tape, you need to take into account the type of material on which the glue remains. When unsuitable cleaning products are used, there is a chance that the dirt will not be removed, and the item itself may even be damaged.
Polymer materials are one of the most popular today. This means that it is likely that on such surfaces areas contaminated with adhesive will be found an order of magnitude more often than on metal or wood. For example, on plastic windows Often traces of masking tape remain. In this case, as in other similar situations, you need to decide how to remove traces of adhesive tape, and it doesn’t matter whether it’s regular or double-sided.
Folk recipes
The first thing that comes to mind is ordinary cosmetic or laundry soap. In addition, very unusual means are used, in particular, vegetable oil. Alcohol and acetone cope well with this kind of pollution. If a problem arises, how to remove traces of tape on plastic, they often use mechanical methods: eraser, same tape. Learn more about how these tools are used:
Tip: If you plan to use vegetable/essential oil, do not use fats with intense odors and dyes, as this will lead to new problems.
Ready-made chemical-based detergents
This group includes both universal substances and highly specialized ones, for example, glass cleaners. Both powders and solutions are used. Those products that contain ethyl alcohol are effective. This component leaves no odor, disinfects and removes adhesive well. If the question arises about how to effectively remove traces of tape, you need to take into account the likely consequences: discoloration of the plastic, the appearance of scratches, stains or streaks. This is due chemical composition special means, especially those that are more aggressive, so should be used with caution. 
Removing traces of tape from glass
In most cases, glass surfaces withstand the effects of detergents well. But the degree of abrasiveness of the substance should be taken into account to avoid scratches. First of all, it is recommended to use a highly specialized product - for glass. If there are more contaminants and they are quite old, use solvents, acetone, and gasoline. However, this solution is not suitable for tinted car windows, since aggressive substances will damage the tinting. 
It is permissible to use a light abrasive, for example, a thick soda solution. To prepare it, soda is diluted to a paste consistency. The mixture is applied to the contaminated surface and left for a short time. This will soften the adhesive from the tape a little, and you can completely wash it off by rubbing the soda solution using a rag. This method Suitable for cases when the question of how to clean up traces of adhesive tape that have appeared recently is being resolved. Otherwise, this method will be ineffective.
Cleaning furniture from glue
There are several effective ways, allowing you to remove traces of adhesive tape from pieces of furniture: sofas, cabinets, chests of drawers, tables, chairs, etc. It is necessary to pay attention to the type of coating: regular wood, varnish, thermal film.
Fixed assets:
- Solvent, gasoline, alcohol. First you need to check what the reaction will be when the surface of the furniture comes into contact with this substance, for which you treat an inconspicuous area and observe whether changes appear. If there is no reaction, you can proceed to processing the adhesive tape. Large amounts of solvent should not be used for this purpose, as this may cause stains, so It is not advisable to use it on a varnished surface. Apply the substance to a rag, wipe the area where the tape was, and leave for a while. This will ensure the glue softens, then it remains to remove its remains with a napkin.
- Softens contaminants with a heat source. To do this, use either a hair dryer or hot water. When deciding how to remove tape marks on furniture, after softening, you can use vegetable/essential oil. In this case, it is enough to rub the dirty area. The method is suitable for use on varnished surfaces.
- Detergent. It is also used after softening tape marks.
- Eraser. The safest and most versatile option.
Tip: If glue remains on upholstered furniture, it can be removed using acetone. But you need to act with caution, having first checked the effect of the product on a small, inconspicuous area.
How to remove tape residue from clothes
It is possible to remove adhesive from woven fabric using just some of the methods described above. For example, oily substances are not suitable. On soft materials they will act differently, only worsening the situation, since not only a trace of the tape will remain on the clothes, but also grease stain. The most effective are aggressive substances: solvents, acetone, alcohol.
It is necessary to moisten the area with the stain generously, for which use a cotton pad. If you pour the substance into a cloth, the solvent will spread, and using a cotton wool soaked in the solvent will provide a direct effect on the contamination. You need to leave the stain to soak for 15-20 minutes, then remove the cotton pad and you can try to wipe off the glue. You can remove dirt the first time only if it is fresh. Otherwise, the procedure is repeated multiple times.
This method gives good results. However, you first need to study the clothing label. Not all fabrics are allowed to be exposed to aggressive environments and in any case you need to try them on a small, inconspicuous area. In such cases, you should try to remove any remaining glue using tape. A small strip is cut off, applied to the stain, pressed a little, then abruptly removed. This will allow you to remove the remaining tape.
If the fabric is fleecy, excess adhesive is cut off; scissors cannot be used for this purpose, but special machines are used to remove pellets. You will have to process the entire product, since the cropped area will look inorganic against the background of the fleecy fabric. After trying these methods, you can choose for yourself suitable option taking into account the type of material on which the adhesive from the tape ended up.
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