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Stickers with Pressure-Sensitive Adhesive



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.

Stickers, labels and tapes with pressure-sensitive
adhesive (those that are peeled from a backing or roll,
then pressed in place) can oftentimes be peeled off. The
remaining adhesive can then be rubbed off with your
fingers similar to the way you "thumb-roll" rubber cement
into small balls. If the adhesive is old or has been
exposed to high temperatures and/or humidity, the "thumb-
roll" method does not always work. Try removing as much
of the label or tape as possible with your fingernail or
the dull edge of a knife. The next procedure will depend
on the surface of the household item. It is important to
pretest some of the materials. Sometimes the adhesive can
be removed with a solution of warm water, liquid
dishwashing detergent, and vinegar or ammonia.

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