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How do I remove the glue from packing tape from the plastic surfaces in my refrigerator?
When we moved last year I used the clear packing tape to secure shelves and drawer in the refrigerator so they would not fall or be bumped around. When I pulled the packing tape off there is residue of the glue still on the plastic parts. I cannot sand the pieces and places and have tried cleaning solutions but the glue is still there. What can I use to get the glue off?
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- ?Lv 75 years ago
Many solvents will injure plastic.
If this happened last year, you should have done this last year. Now the sticky stuff (not glue) has hardened, and will be much more difficult to remove.
I have always used a product called Bestine. It is "gum solvent". Or rubber cement solvent. It removes the "sticky" stuff that tape and price tags and other things leave behind. It's expensive, but doesn't generally harm things. You get it at an artist supplies store or a drafting supplies store. Get the small can. Don't leave the cap off. It evaporates quickly. I have a can from 10 years ago. I use it a few times a year. Like most solvents, it's flammable. Use it outside. Be careful.
Source(s): Been there - WINGNUTLv 75 years ago
This sounds weird I know but try using peanut butter. It's the only thing that worked on removing carpet tape residue for me.
- SandyLv 75 years ago
Try using something oily, such as cooking oil or baby oil.
Also, WD-40 will often remove residue from tape and stickers.
- ?Lv 65 years ago
I think there is a product called Goop Off. Ask at a big box store or hardware store.