How do I remove Tape and its glue residue from a hardwood floor?

Question

We had double sided tape to hold a carpet down in our living room and are trying (fruitlessly) to remove the tape. We can't scrape it off as that would scratch the floors...

Answer 1

pull the tape off and use goof off or baby oil to rub the adhesive off.

Answer 2

Try using a hair dryer on the tape to loosed the glue, then peel up the tape as you go with the hair dryer, you can try using white vinegar mixed with hot water and a well wrung out cloth to remove any residue from the glue and one of the plastic putty knifes to lightly scrape...if this dosne't work try spraying WD 40 on the tacky areas, this should be safe as the main ingredient in WD40 is fish oil! Read directions on the can before using on the floor just to be safe...Good Luck

Answer 3

Try baby oil. It breaks down the adhesive but isn't flammable like lighter fluid. Do a spot test, but it should wash off easily.

Answer 4

Murphy's Oil Soap. Lowe's, Home Depot, Ace, etc.

Answer 5

Goo Gone
Spray or pour it on (it comes in two forms) and then it should scrape off pretty easily

Answer 6

try steaming with a wallpaper steamer? also, Avon's Skin So Soft removes all kinds of sticky things from all kinds of surfaces without damage

Answer 7

Rubbing alcohol and an old T shirt.

Answer 8

Use heat and alcohol or Film Cleaner...

Answer 9

use GOO GONE OR GOOP its availible at most stores and hardwares

Answer 10

nail varnish remover