I just had laminate counters installed today, and after the installers left, I noticed glue on the surface in one section. I called and they said to use alcohol, which I did but it didn't remove it.
I can wait for them to return, but I'd really like to take care of this asap.
2006-08-29 11:36:28 · 10 answers · asked by Donna Lu 2 in Home & Garden ➔ Do It Yourself (DIY)
PLEASE wait for them to return. It is their responsibility to do the job right. If you do it wrong, who is going to pay for it?
2006-08-29 11:40:50 · answer #1 · answered by Papa 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It depends on the type of glue it is. There are so many on the market you really need to know what kind it is, but here's a suggestion...scrape if off by angling a razor blade at a 45 degree angle to the countertop. If that doesn't work, then try acetone. Regular nail polish remover, it won't hurt the laminate UNLESS you have a glossy finish Formica, in that case...call them back and have them remove it so you don't ruin it. If you have Corian, Zodiac or another solid surface countertop, use a bit of Soft Scrub and a sponge. Sometimes GOO GONE will work on glue also, a little bit rubbed in with a paper towel should work, then you can clean off the GOO GONE with soapy water and a sponge.
2006-08-29 12:17:30 · answer #2 · answered by dog mom 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Wait for them to return; you could easily damage the surface trying to get the junk off and then you'd be stuck with it. They probably have a method that works best, let them do it right. If you want to do something, circle it with a red crayon so they don't miss it (any other spots?).
Good for you finding the spot so quickly. Once the job is finished it's hard to get people to come back for minor touch up work.
2006-08-31 15:47:20 · answer #3 · answered by n0witrytobeamused 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I just had some done too and they said to sue lighter fluid. Just put a little on a cloth and rub it on the spot where the glue is.
2006-08-29 11:54:13 · answer #4 · answered by motleycfan 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Acetone or MEK (methylethelkeytone) will remove the contact cement. You can buy a quart can at Home Depot. Use in a well ventilated area, it can get you higher than a kite.
2006-08-31 07:12:47 · answer #5 · answered by big_mustache 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try a razor scraper found at Lowe's, Wal-Mart etc. it should come off fairly easy . Failing that try acetone or paint thinner.
2006-08-29 12:36:52 · answer #6 · answered by alias u 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
try putting ice on top of it and see if it can crack off and if not then try getting glue remover from the hard wear store they can tell you which one is best.
2006-08-30 02:05:40 · answer #7 · answered by DENISE 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try WD-40 and a razor blade.
2006-08-29 14:38:06 · answer #8 · answered by John4no17 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They have appropriate solvents that are safe and know how to use it..
You surely don't want to dissolve the adhesive "in the seams".
2006-08-29 11:45:23 · answer #9 · answered by ed 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You might try WD-40 it's safe and should take it off. Try goo-gone.
2006-08-29 11:44:43 · answer #10 · answered by mybluemax1 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋