Tape Residue on Scissors

By Caseye

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RE: Tape Residue on Scissors

Lighter fluid....it's cheap and it doesn't leave a oily or greasy residue. It doesn't mar the finish like nail polish remover and evaporates quickly. We are a non-smoking household but I have a can of lighter fluid in the bathroom, kitchen, laundryroom and garage. It lifts off those dang labels that are soooo glued on, takes the goo off everything, scuff marks off the floor, tar off your clothes, just a million uses for it. I couldn't live without it.

Post by LaQuetta

Tape Residue on Scissors

Thank you ALL for great suggestions; I'm going to see what I have on hand and try it tonight! Thriftyfun readers are GREAT sources of information and so willing to help - I really appreciate it. Blessings. Casey

Post by caseye

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The best thing for cleaning things like that is good ole WD40 it will not harm the surface and is not toxic in any way. I keep a can in the kitchen and the garage.

Post by JoAnnB

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I've been using Clorox wipes (generic with lemon work better though), or my magic Eraser. I even use the Lemon wipes to remove film from the Starbucks Frappucino labels when I peel them off to make vases.

Post by raelyn218

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Nail polish remover or rubbing alcohol will work. Saturate a cotton ball and rub it on the blade.

Post by OliveOyl

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You can also use vegetable oil (or cooking spray) and rub with a paper towel. Then wash with soap and water and dry well. It will definitely work, and is gentle on finishes.

Post by Jilson

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I always keep a can of "Goof Off" in my tool /supply cabinet. It comes in handy for removing adhesive residue and other types of residues. Applying with a paper towel will get the residue off pretty easily. Smaller cans of "Goof Off" only cost about $3-$4.

Post by go2jared

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You can buy small can of adhesive remover or cleaner at any hardware or automotive store.

Post by foxrun41

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I would suggest fingernail polish remover.

Post by bcccool

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I'd try using rubbing alcohol. It's pretty good at removing "goo." :)

Post by lah34a

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