If you own a home, you probably understand the excitement of installing new windows and the difficulty of getting rid of the tape and/or stickers that come with them. When you want to remove stickers from the windows, exercise caution. You definitely do not want to break the glass and then get new windows or window repairs. These are some tried-and-true tips to help you get perfectly clear windows, even though it might seem hopeless to remove the stickers all by yourself—they do require some serious resolve. In the event that all else fails and you are unable to remove the sticker yourself, call your neighborhood sticker removal company and ask them to perform the difficult scraping on your behalf. The simplest sticker removal techniques only call for a removal agent, which you probably already have in your house.
Use alcohol and elbow grease
This technique, when applied correctly, offers a dependable and low-risk method to remove stickers from glass. Let the sticker absorb the rubbing alcohol or window cleaner for ten to thirty minutes. After that, use a sharp blade to scrape off any remaining residue. This might take a little while to complete because you’ll probably need to scrape, spray, and repeat several times while removing the sticker. If the thought of using a razor blade bothers you, consider using a discarded credit card’s edge as a “scraper.”
Lather up with soapy water solution
Some will advise using hot and soapy water for cleaning in order to remove stickers. Apply the soapy solution to the windows with a rag and scrub as needed to remove the sticker from the glass. Treat the windows like any other area that needs cleaning.
Give it an oil soaking
Another tried-and-tested technique is to get some cooking or vegetable oil out of the kitchen and use a sponge or sprayer to apply the oil until the residue is all “wet.” After some time, let the oil settle and then wipe it off with paper towels. Repeat if necessary, and then carry out your regular window cleaning.
Use spray and wash solution
You can probably find this sticker remover solution in your laundry section. For assistance in removing the window sticker, use a spray stain remover to help loosen the residue. Although this method can successfully remove the left out sticky residue and the gummy-marks that are frequently left behind, it does require removing as much sticker as possible before applying.
Use eucalyptus oil
In your home, you probably have the next sticker-removing agent if you enjoy aromatherapy or natural cleaning. Eucalyptus oil is the ideal method for removing window stickers because it naturally dissolves stubborn, gooey, and sticky messes. Using a moistened cloth and little bit of eucalyptus oil, scrub the sticker and its residue until the sticky buildup begins to separate from the glass.
Ice it
An additional effective sticker removal solution is an ice pack. Just place an ice pack over the sticker and use a razor to scrape it off. According to science, the ice’s cooling effect will neutralize and harden the adhesive residue, making sticker removal much simpler.