Leaving no trace: effective ways to remove regular and double-sided tape from glass

foto4220-1Sticky tape or scotch tape has become indispensable in our life and solves a lot of economic problems. But it is most often used temporarily, after which it is necessary to get rid of it.

It is quite problematic to remove it from the glass, which after using it must be restored to its original form.

How not to damage the glass by removing the scotch tape covered with a sticky adhesive base of different composition, and also, how to remove double-sided tape no scratches? Details are in the article.

How to remove glue and stains?

foto4220-2Sticky spots inevitably remain from the adhesive tape, which is associated with the presence of an adhesive surface.

The difficulty of restoring the original appearance of the glass surface is associated with:

  • with homogeneity or heterogeneity of the adhesive layer;
  • long or short period of being on the surface;
  • chemical composition of the glue.

Depending on the type of tape and its purpose different adhesive bases:

  • stationery transparent tape is greased with acrylic glue;
  • masking and construction tape has a rubber base;
  • mounting and double-sided coated with acrylic.


Different coatings require an ambiguous approach to processing... If the tape has not been on the surface for long, then there will be no problems, and with prolonged use it will not be so easy to get rid of the adhesive base.

Before starting work, you need to understand a few simple tips that will help you avoid trouble not only with glass, but also with your own skin.

Most often, aggressive liquids (alcohol, acetone, vinegar) are used to remove the sticky adhesive base, so the use of gloves and glasses is required. It is important to work in a room that is well ventilated.

Remember:

  1. foto4220-3hot air (hairdryer) is used to heat the tape, but prolonged heating can lead to cracks in the glass;
  2. the same applies to the steam cleaner, which must be kept at a distance of 30 cm from the surface;
  3. when exposed to acetone, the adhesive coating may smear, since this composition only partially dissolves the glue, which will complicate the work in the future;
  4. soda in the form of dry powder is not suitable for processing, as it leaves small scratches and the glass loses its original transparency.

For removing tape from glass, they use both home remedies, which are always at hand, and specially designed chemicals purchased in hardware stores.

You can not scrub the glue base with metal or other brushes with a hard surface, abrasive sponges.

It is forbidden to use aggressive acidic or alkaline solutions on frosted or tinted glass.

Non-aggressive home remedies

So how do you get the tape off the glass? The glue cannot be removed with water or a damp cloth, therefore, most often, modern housewives use a choice of:

  1. foto4220-4Vegetable oils (olive, essential, linseed)... A cloth is moistened in oil and fixed on the glass for 2 hours, then washed with dishwashing liquid and wiped dry.

    Essential oils not only do an excellent job of solving the problem, but also leave a pleasant scent.

  2. Eraser or eraser... The eraser is moved over the glass in the same way as erasing a drawing on paper.

    Sometimes a small amount of "pellets" of glue remains on the surface, but they are easily washed off with water. The glass can withstand minor mechanical stress and is not damaged.

  3. Stationery knife... The knife is placed at a slight angle to the treated spot and the adhesive is removed from the tape. The method is used as a last resort, when there are no other options: if carelessly handled, scratches may remain on the glass. Instead of a knife, blades or a scraper are suitable.
  4. Scotch... It is glued to the contaminated area and quickly pulled from the bottom up. The glass is cleaned, it is wiped with a damp cloth. You need to act quickly, without leaving the tape for a long time, otherwise the problem will become doubly difficult.
  5. Laundry soap-based hot solution... Laundry soap shavings are crumbled into the water, a cloth is dipped in a soapy solution and fixed on the glue spot for 5 minutes, then washed with water, removing the dissolved glue with a napkin. An alkaline solution copes well and quickly with the problem.
  6. Hair dryer... They heat up to the maximum and direct the jet onto the dirty glass. It takes 10 minutes for the adhesive from the tape to soften. After that, it is simply removed with a dry napkin. The method is dangerous in that the glass from the hot air can burst.
  7. Steam cleaner. The device acts on the adhesive base from a distance of 30 cm for 5 minutes. After that, the glue is removed with dry paper or a napkin, and the glass is washed again to remove streaks. The glass may crack if too close. It is important to be careful when working with tinted, frosted or tinted glass.
  8. Soda. Soda is dissolved with water to a mushy state and applied to the glue spot, wiping it in a circular motion without strong pressure, since soda consists of particles that can leave micro-scratches on the glass.
The effect of any agent on the glue spot takes a certain time. The surface is wiped repeatedly so that the glue has time to dissolve, otherwise it will not be possible to completely clean the glass.

If the first procedure did not give the desired results, it can be repeated a second and third time.

One of the life hacks on how to remove scotch tape can be seen in the video:

Use of chemicals

Some housewives give preference exclusively to chemicals and cleaning compounds, which they consider to be the most reliable.

In everyday life they use:

  • foto4220-5Vinegar (table, wine, apple)... Vinegar is applied to a rag and wipe the stain on the glass in a circular motion.

    After cleaning, wipe the surface dry again. Vinegar adds shine and removes possible streaks.

  • Kitchen cleaning products (Mister Muscle, Myth, Drop, Pemolux)... One of them is applied to a sponge and thoroughly wiped the surface, and then rinsed with water. It is advisable to use products in the form of gels so that the powder does not leave small scratches on the surface.
  • Means for cleaning glass... With their help, remove the glue spot and any strong contamination: resinous substances, labels, glue.
  • Ammonia: medical or technical... Moisten a cloth in a solution of ammonia and thoroughly, in a circular motion, wash the contaminated area. Wipe the surface dry. The ammonia cleans and shines the glass. The nail polish remover works in a similar way (it works well with fresh dirt).
  • Solvents (alcohol, acetone, gasoline, kerosene)... The sponge is immersed in kerosene, wrung out and applied to the contaminated surface. Rinse with water and wipe dry. The method is suitable for glasses and mirrors.
  • Alcohol and solutions containing it (vodka, tinctures, cologne)... Alcohol is applied to a cotton pad and the surface is wiped for a long time, and then wiped with paper until dry. The method is simple, but it takes time and effort.

To clean the glass in one go, use a combination of two products. This will ease your efforts and remove any residual streaks and stains.

For example, the surface is first heated to melt the glue, and then washed with one of the above means.

Industrial compounds that remove surface residues

The chemical industry offers options for means, created in different forms, for removing glue from various surfaces, including glass. They can be purchased at a price of 200-500 rubles. depending on the manufacturer, place of purchase and volume in most hardware stores.

Of the most common, it should be noted:

  1. foto4220-6Sticker remover, which is released in the form of a pencil, spray, liquid: it removes different types of glue from adhesive tape, regardless of the type of surface.
  2. Kiehl Tablefit removes the most difficult stains and is sold as a liquid that is sprayed onto a napkin and applied to the glue spot.
  3. Taygeta S-405 works as a stain remover, which is sprayed with an adhesive layer on the glass, wait a minute and wipe the cleaned surface.
  4. Formula X-5 in the form of a liquid, copes with the problems created by masking tape.
  5. Super CMF-240 cleans from glue spots not particularly quickly and efficiently, but it is hypoallergenic and therefore in demand.
  6. Merida Impet designed to remove stubborn dirt and removes glue from glass in 2-3 minutes.
  7. Profoam 2000 works great on all surfaces, therefore it belongs to the universal and popular means.


You should pay attention to the following means:

  • household chemicals Limpion (removal of gum and scotch tape MAXimum Scotch / Gum, 500 ml at a price of 216 rubles);
  • Econobel (means for removing traces of MULTI-PLAST-2 adhesive tape 1l at a price of 182 rubles);
  • KANGAROO Scotch Remover (scotch and sticker cleaner, 420ml at the price of 510 rubles);
  • CHEMITEK "Antisticker-aerosol" (for removing adhesive tape and labels, 400 ml at the price of 408 rubles).
Read the instructions carefully before using any chemical product. To achieve the maximum result, the drug must be applied based on the recommendations of the manufacturers.

What is the difference between rubber and acrylic removal?

foto4220-7The easiest way is to remove the masking tape, which is based on paper, from the glass. It allows moisture to pass through without problems and lends itself to the action of any agent.

The composition may have to be used for a longer period of time to completely soak the paper and glue surface. Even stubborn traces of glue can be removed with oil or solventand then the surface is rinsed with hot water.

At the heart of the assembly tape is foil, and the clerical tape is polyethylene, which do not allow moisture to pass through. Before removing the glue, you need to get rid of the base itself.

To do this, find a corner of adhesive tape, pull it and remove it from the glass. If it breaks, then remove it with a scraper, previously heated with a hairdryer. The glue spot remaining on the glass is removed by any of the above means.

Acrylic-based scotch tape (most often double-sided tape has such a base) is removed by any of the methods listed in the article.

Scotch rubber based is removed as follows:

  • wipe the contaminated area with an eraser (eraser);
  • treated with a sponge soaked in a composition of turpentine and solvent R-5;
  • when using drying oil or vegetable oil, the glass is additionally wiped with a degreasing agent (for example, dishwashing detergent).

The hostess chooses the most convenient method that most easily copes with the problem and subsequently uses it. There are many options, so getting rid of the sticky and dirty stains on the glass left by the tape is not difficult.

It is convenient to remove traces of adhesive tape on tiles, plastic and glass using special chemical pencils, which are produced with the marking “for removing labels”. You can ask consultants about new products that often appear on the shelves.

Related Videos

One of the options for removing adhesive tape and sticky base can be seen in the video:

Conclusion

The choice of funds is quite large, so it is rather difficult to give specific recommendations... Usually, housewives choose a safe home remedy that is always on hand. It is convenient and safe.

Some people prefer to go straight to "heavy artillery" and buy a spray can with a chemical composition, but in the age of allergies this can be harmful to health. In any case, the problem can be solved: it is possible to return the glass to its original shine without much effort and expense.

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