how do you get 2 inch wide scotch tape off of a hardwood floor?

Question

the tape was being used to hold down a 8' x 4' throw rug. now upon attempt to remove it some of the tape seems to have become part of the floor. does anyone know of a remedy on how to get this kind of tape off of a hardwood floor?

Answer 1

goo gone gel, you can find it at wal mart and it looks like an orange oil product

Answer 2

Goo gone is your best bet.
But do not use a hair dryer, the heat will cause the glue to discolor your wood past the wax.
You can use a steam cleaner however because of the moisture this will not ruin your wood.

Answer 3

Let me guess, you bought the cheap masking tape, and left it in place for two weeks.

A hair dryer and putty knife will work, and it will not stain the floor unless you cook the masking tape.

Next time use the 3M blue masking tape. It is more expensive, but you won't have this problem in the future.

Answer 4

Avoid sharps. There is a product called goo-gone that works very well on stickers and tape.

Answer 5

visit DIY store and ask for a Goo Gone Gel, its an oil product best in removing adhesive stain. wet a piece of cotton cloth and rub it to remove.

Answer 6

try heating it with a hair dryer. if that doesn't work try goo gone.

Answer 7

try rubbing vegetable oil on it and leave on there for a while,it worked on my refrigerator