Back during hurricane season in 2005 we put duck tape on all of our windows, and just recently we found that we forgot to take it off one windw. We tried taking it off but cant get it off or it leaves some it there. how can i get the duck tape off the window without breaking or leaving residue on the window?
2006-12-23 10:13:37 · 25 answers · asked by Kelsie 2 in Home & Garden ➔ Cleaning & Laundry
Soap, water,and elbow grease.
2006-12-23 10:14:36 · answer #1 · answered by MaryBeth 7 · 0⤊ 3⤋
Everyone seems to have said the same thing with the WD-40 and a razor blade. I see a problem. The goo is going to stick to the razor blade and be a big headache...They do make adhesive remover. It's like stripper for paint only you use it on adhesive. Excellent stuff...The problem with this stuff is that it is $20 a gallon (the only way to buy it) and it's very caustic that if you have vinyl windows, it might damage them.
That goo gone is ok, but it never seems to work very well. I think I'd try the WD-40 and a razor blade scraper if you have vinyl windows but set aside plenty of time to work on it and a lot of patience stored away because it will not be at all easy or pleasant to do. And if you have wood wondow frames, I'd fork out the $20 at Home Depot and go with that.
If you have some paint thinner and lauquer thinner around the house, I'd take a peice of duct tape and pour some on the backing and see if it desinigrates. If it does, use that chemical to clean up your windows. You could probably go to a paint store and ask them to help you by pouring them on before you buy the chemical to make sure you buy the right one. Just an idea, I don't know what kind of time you want to spend on it. But getting the right product and tools for the job take less time than trying to do it without those things!
2006-12-23 10:45:44 · answer #2 · answered by Becca 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Use Liquid Wrench it is available everywhere and removes the most stubborn of adhesives. Simply spray each window (tape or residue) then once all are finished take a putty knife and starting at the first window start scraping. It should pretty much curl away then after all is said and done clean with Windex or other cleaner degreaser suitable for glass. Good Luck!
2006-12-23 10:20:34 · answer #3 · answered by Walking on Sunshine 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First, try scraping it off with a razor. This should take off the majority of the tape. Then, use bug and tar remover, or sticker remover to get the rest off. You can also use Goo Be Gone.
Any of these products should do the trick.
Good luck.
2006-12-23 10:20:16 · answer #4 · answered by jmiller 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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A "home remedy" we recommend is WD-40. This petroleum-based lubricant is excellent for removing adhesives. Rubbing alcohol also works for removing light adhesives, but evaporates quickly. Remember to test these products before applying on a large scale. For more information on Duck brand Adhesive Remover, call (800) 321-0253
2006-12-23 10:15:02 · answer #5 · answered by amalia372005 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋
WD-40 and a razor blade. Spray the glue residue with the WD-40 and let it soak a bit then scrape it off with the blade.
2006-12-23 10:15:34 · answer #6 · answered by acidcrap 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Windex is a very good adhesive remover, spray on, let set, then spray on again. Use a razor blade, but be sure to only go in one direction, wipe off the blade between each pass or you will scratch the glass
2006-12-23 11:43:15 · answer #7 · answered by Gary S 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Use a little oil. You can try mazola/corn oil or even butter. Just spread it on the area you want off, let it sit for a minute and then wipe away all the residue
2006-12-23 23:13:10 · answer #8 · answered by HeatherFeather 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
carefully use a new razor the kind with on dull side for holding on to. A little rubbing alcohol and a rag to remove any remaining goo.
2006-12-23 10:22:37 · answer #9 · answered by me 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
omg us too!!!!
well..slowly pull off the tape. then, with the goo left on the window u can go to either lowe's or home depot and get a thing cslled " goo gone" spray it all over the goo and walaaa!!!!
ps actually...u can go to etiher store and ask someone about the goo gone stuff. it works.
Merry Xmas
2006-12-23 10:16:52 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Use a razor blade to remove it and there's a solution called GooGone to remove the residue they sell it at your local hardware
2006-12-23 10:16:15 · answer #11 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 2⤋