Removing a price sticker to find sticky residue is the worst.
Once you peel the sticker off, its bound to leave an unsightly residue.
How do you remove the sticker and its gummy residue without damaging the mirrors surface?
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Is there such a way?
Well, there sure is.
Best of all, most of these methods use products you probably already have around the house.
Were talking WD-40, vinegar, alcohol, and even a hair dryer.
With these methods, youll never be befuddled by removing sticker residue again.
Try soaking a paper towel in hot water and covering the sticker residue for three to five minutes.
This should make the residue more pliable and easier to scrape off.
In a bowl or sink filled with hot water, add a few drops of dish detergent.
Submerge the item with the residue and soak until the gunk softens.
Use a soft cloth to remove the residue.
This will soften the residue and allow you to rub it off easily.
Hand Sanitizer
Similar to rubbing alcohol, hand sanitizer can help remove sticker residue.
Hair Dryer
One of the most brilliant hacks for removing sticker residue lives in your bathroom cabinet.
The hot air loosens the adhesive, allowing it to peel off easily and cleanly.
Simply aim the hot air at the sticker for five to 10 seconds and scrape to remove.
Let the oil soften the residue, then scrape it away.
Wipe away any remaining oil and wash or clean with a clean rag.
Apply the paste to the sticky area and let it sit for a few minutes.
Wipe the paste away and clean with a damp cloth.
Commercial Products
Some products are made specifically to get rid of sticky substances.
Always test an inconspicuous area for color-fastness.
Do not use acetone on acetate fabrics because it will melt the fibers.
Test a small area of the paint for color fastness before applying.
Use the methods described above to clean the surface.
To remove stubborn, stuck-on sticky messes, use the WD-40 or cooking oil methods described above.
Rubbing alcohol or acetone will work to remove residue left by adhesive tape.
