How to Remove Stickers from Glass
Removing Stickers from Glass
When it comes to removing stubborn stickers, labels, and price tags from glass surfaces, it can be a challenging battle. Whether it’s a newly purchased mirror or a wine bottle you want to repurpose, peeling off the sticker from glass is often tougher than expected. Stickers can be a pain to remove from any type of glass using just your fingers. However, there are tried and tested methods that can help you tackle the sticky situation quickly and effectively.
How to Remove Sticker Residue from Glass
Stickers can leave behind a range of residue and paper remnants that can spoil various household items, including books, picture frames, bottles, mirrors, and jars. At Price Stickers, we understand the difficulty of removing sticker residue, especially from delicate glass surfaces. Although we provide a vast selection of high-quality stickers, we also want to help you remove the residue left behind by stickers. We have put together a list of solutions to help you get rid of that sticky residue.
Try these easy solutions for removing stickers from glass:
Give it a soak: Soap and hot water are effective tools for breaking down the adhesive material. Try soaking the glass in hot, soapy water. Choose a mild hand soap for the job. Let the glass soak for 10 to 20 minutes before removing the stickers with the tip of your fingernail. If you cannot submerge the glass, cover it as best as possible with a sponge soaked in hot, soapy water for 10 to 20 minutes. The stickers should roll right off after the adhesive has been weakened.
Bring the heat: If the soap and water trick don’t work, you may need to apply a more direct method of heat. Take a hairdryer set to the highest setting and hold it a few inches away from the stickers. Blast hot air directly onto the sticker for a minute or two. Afterward, use a credit card to push back a corner of each sticker without scratching the glass. Remove them quickly with your fingers.
Give vinegar a go: Vinegar is not only great on chips but also a great alternative for removing sticky labels. Vinegar is an acid that can effectively dissolve the adhesive. Apply clean vinegar to a cotton pad or paper towel and rub it over the sticker you wish to remove. Let it sit for a few minutes to allow the vinegar to penetrate the adhesive. Then, gently peel off the sticker from the glass surface.
Call for backup: If the previous methods don’t work to remove those stubborn stickers, you can bring in a lubricant to help dissolve the adhesive enough for the paper to budge. WD-40 is a handyman’s favourite for easing things along. Simply coat the stickers with WD-40 for a few seconds before rubbing it off with a gloved finger to protect your skin. If you don’t have WD-40, you can try using cooking oil left at room temperature or rubbing alcohol.
