Ventilate the room before using the solvent.
Do not use a loose razor blade.
Instead, always fit the blade in a razor scraper tool.
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The heated tape cools rapidly, so it’s crucial that you get to it fast.
Or lay a thin towel over the tape and then press a clothes iron against the tape.
The iron should be on HIGH and on dry setting, not steam.
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Warning
Avoid prying off any of the tape in advance.
For this method, you’ll need as much of the tape intact as possible.
Pry Tape off
Remove the heat source and immediately peel off the tape.
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Start at one corner.
Work slowly and carefully to keep the tape intact.
Clean or Sand Surface
Some adhesive may remain.
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For coated wood or drywall, clean the surface with a small amount of solvent pre-applied to a rag.
For bare wood, do not use solvents.
Instead, let the residue dry, then lightly sand it withfine-grit sandpaper.
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If you’re unsure, scrape a corner of the glass to test it.
Hold the razor blade scraper at a low angle (around 15 to 30 degrees).
Let the solvent soak for 30 seconds to a minute.
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Drop the remains on a piece of aluminum foil.
Use a clean cotton rag to remove the final bits of foam and adhesive.
Clean Glass
Clean the solvent from the glass with a cotton or microfiber towel and isopropyl alcohol.
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Gradually move the hairdryer closer.
Do not force the tape to come off.
Instead, let the tape naturally pull away as the adhesive softens.
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If removing the tape with heat does not work, use a solvent.
So, first test a small, inconspicuous section with the solvent.
Most types of plastic can be cleaned with water-displacing spray.
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Lighter fluid and acetone will damage most types of plastic.
Clean Tape With Solvent
Apply solvent to a clean rag.
Hold the rag against the plastic surface for about 30 seconds tosoften the foam and adhesive.
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Then, carefully rub off the remainder.
Clean Plastic
Isopropyl alcohol will whiten and discolor many types of plastic.
So, clean the solvent from the plastic with a warm soap and water solution.
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Rinse off the soap solution with cool, clean water.
NIOSH Pocket Guide to Chemical Hazards - Acetone.
U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
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