However, no matter the pop in of tape, it always leaves behind a sticky residue upon removal.

Keep reading to learn how to remove tape residue from any service with cleaning products you likely already have.

Taking garments with tape residue to a dry cleaner is the best course of action.

Tape being pulled of green metal container leaving residue

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They will leave scratches on the surface of the metal.

Materials and tools to remove tape residue from surfaces

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Tape residue scrubbed off yellow tank top with sponge and warm vinegar

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Tank top with tape residue placed in white mesh bag

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Small glass jar with tape residue marks

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Rubbing alcohol added to glass jar with cotton pad to remove tape residue

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Metal box with tape residue covered in plastic wrap and vegetable oil

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Blow dryer applying heat to metal container with tape residue

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WD-40 sprayed on metal container to remove tape residue

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Blow dryer adding heat to tape residue on painted surface and scraped with credit card

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White cloth rubbing tape residue on painted surface with sudsy water

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Art gum eraser rubbing tape residue on painted surface

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Commercial solvent sprayed on tape residue with white cloth

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