What is the best way to remove labels and their glue from products?

by johnnycocktail on November 24th, 2009

If you want to remove labels from a container I would suggest using Goof Off http://www.goof-off.com/. Let the goof off saturate into the label for a couple of minutes then peel from the the corners. To make peeling the label off easier try getting the edge of a razor blade under the edge and then peel back.

Another way to remove labels is with Oxi Clean. This is a really helpful video. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zWVQImPY2Cc

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by Nulflux on October 13th, 2009

An alternative to the other suggestions is Arctic Clean #1 Thermal Compound remover. Not only will it remove the sticky glue residue (after peeling off the label) but you have an alternative: wipe the ink right off the label! Simply add a little bit of this compound to a cloth and gently rub at the label, the ink will vanish and the label will look shiny and brand new :)

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by BigDaddyBS on May 6th, 2008

Sometimes soaking the bottle in super-hot water (inside and out) will melt the glue enough or destroy the label enough to remove them. I have had situations where the glue remains. I'm sure some of the other suggestions will help.

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by Mushen on November 20th, 2006

Use alchol - such as surgical spirit (get it in the pharmacy).

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by M Moon on January 27th, 2006

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"What is the best way to remove labels and their glue from products"

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Household Hints and Tips:

REMOVAL OF STICKY RESIDUE:
Comments: Given a few days to work, cooking oil will combine with the glue and soften it. After peeling off the label, the oily residue responds to hot water and detergent. You can help the oil to penetrate by peeling off or scratching the label's surface -- �Tony Cattermole�� tcatt@nospamcix.co.uk
Subject: Sticky labels. I use WD40 to remove sticky labels. Just spray a little WD40 on the label and leave it for a few minutes. The label usually slides right off.-- "The McKenna's" themckennas@nospamsympatico.ca�
Subject: Sticky label remover from glass I have found that if you put peanut butter, preferably not chunky, on glass, bottles, or even mirrors, it will remove the residue. Sometimes it takes more than one application. Most people have peanut butter on hand. �--��Anon
Old decals can be removed from glass using a razor blade.-- Mike Hanewinckel blenderdude@nospamhotmail.com
Removing Adhesive: Rubber cement thinner which you can buy at most art supply stores and some office supply stores removes most adhesives used on labels. Scrape off as much of the paper from the label as possible before applying the thinner and rubbing with a cloth or paper towel. It works great on glass, Formica and most non porous surfaces but will cloud many plastics. Also, it is extremely flammable. Lighter fluid often will also remove rubber based adhesives. Bob Lipson Email: -- boblipson@nospamaol.com�
Use white spirit or lighter fluid to remove the residue from sticky labels. - - Veronica Eijo
Subject: sticky residue/glue I discovered the other day, finger nail polish remover, (most already have it in the home). Removed old wall paper glue the tub insert with one wipe, removed melted plastic bag off of curling iron, paint spatter windows and tub insert. All was removed with just one wipe of remover on a piece of toilet tissue. -- DDugan7589@nospamaol.com�
Residue from Sticky labels: Goo Gone works great on removing adhesives left behind by stickers, store stickers, gum, etc. It is found in Sears Hardware Stores and other department stores. -- Good Luck, Patti kpm1@nospamwt.ne t Seizetheday
Removing Adhesive: I used vinegar to remove adhesive from glass jars, and off of our sink. it worked pretty well Jan Tani jtani@nospambendnet.com
Sticky residue� I've found Avon Skin-so-soft works great for getting off sticky residue left from labels or tape on glasses, plastic dishes, etc. and it smells good too. Put it on a cotton ball and rub on residue, then wash with soapy water. I've also used this to get it off windows and walls. Rhonda Carpenter choirlady@nospammcleodusa.net 28 Nov 2002
Subject:� Avon Skin so Soft. to take sticky goo off of things. I use it for many things. Including the dog and cat. I use it when cleaning old glass it helps take the old grease off and leaves everything shining. Baking soda is a all around cleaning solution. It is non abrasive. Cleans the outside of a refrigerator very well and takes the yellow away if you have white. I use it in the wash instead of softeners. It sweets the clothes and softens them also. It is also good to take the bugs off the car. Remember it is non abrasive. Always keep baking soda in the car as it will put out a fire, yours or someone else's. Cheap also. We used baking soda in our pool along with bleach for 14 years and never bought another chemical. We had the best looking pool in the neighborhood. Crystal clear. I also use it in my pond for the PH. kadeebug@nospamclover.net� 27 Nov 2002
Subject: Re sticky residues Sticky residue can be removed with methylated spirits, dabbed on with cotton wool. Use sparingly at first, use more if necessary. Works for residue left behind by Sellotape/Scotch tape/decals/stickers/sticking plaster/price stickers. Works on wood, glass, metal and plastic. And skin. It's flammable so take care. Gerard Sagar +44 (0) 20 8883 5052 +44 (0) 7711 036723 -- Gerardsagar@nospamaol.com 11 Sep 2002
Subject: Sticky Residues: I have found that to remove sticky residue from many surfaces, use silicone spray. I prefer this to WD-40, cause it smells better. For labels on glass, plastic, etc, spray, wait a little, wash either in dishwater, or with a wet dishcloth and a few drops of dish detergent, and it's gone! Sometimes a reapplication is necessary if there's a lot of glue or whatever. I understand that this works, too, removing bumper stickers. Although it has to completely saturated, and has to soak longer, and usually you do have to reapply. I keep a can of silicone spray in my kitchen cupboard ALWAYS! (I even removed all the heavy glue from a plastic peanut butter jar, just to see if I could! It took a little work, but I did it!) --� (Ms) Jonnie T Williams "Jonnie" jonnie@nospamnspintrstar.net 15 Sep 2002�
�Removing Sticky Labels from Plastic:
Whatever method you use, first test the cleaning/removal material in an inconspicuous part of the surface the label is stuck on the be sure it will not damage that surface. If the label on the plastic has been wet, or the article has been stored where it was hot or humid, it will be more difficult to remove.
1. Dampen a small piece of cloth, or the end of a swab stick (cotton twisted on the end of a wooden match or orange stick). Dip cotton end in dry cleaning fluid.
2. Allow the fluid to remain on the label only long enough to allow the label to be rubbed off. Wipe away excess fluid immediately, and wash article in sudsy water and dry. (DO NOT ALLOW FLUID TO REMAIN ON THE PLASTIC SURFACE VERY LONG, AS IT WILL DULL THE FINISH OF THE PLASTIC.)
This article was written by Anne Field, Extension Specialist, Emeritus, with reference from Mary Ellen Delsipee, and Isabel Jones, previous Extension specialists. Quoted from the Michigan State University Extension Home Maintenance and Repair page http://www.msue.msu.edu/imp/mod02/master02.html��

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by Namaste formerly future_health_educator on January 27th, 2006

I just soak them in water. The peanut butter sounds interesting though.

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by molly6247 on September 21st, 2009

A product called GOO GONE! Works great

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by zipzowy on January 26th, 2006

Try rubbing them with peanut butter. Works for my wife!

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by kapai on June 26th, 2010

CRC and WD40, are excellent for removal, just spray on the area and rub in with finger, I then use my fingernail to scrape the glue off once it's had time to work. The disadvantage of these two products is the smell, so silicon spray might be easier on the nose.