Removing Tape Residue

[Horrorshow]

I was trying black tape on a windshield for a NASCAR build, I thought it looked awful so I took the tape off but it left residue. I’ve tried soap and water and rubbing alcohol but neither worked. Any suggestions?

[peteski]

Naphtha (Ronsonol lighter fluid, Coleman Camp Fuel liquid, or VM&P Naphtha form hardware store) will easily remove the residue, but it might slightly fog the clear plastic if applied for too long. That should easily buff out.  70% Isopropyl rubbing alcohol will not remove the adhesive, but 91% or 99% Isopropyl alcohol should work (although not as good as Naphtha).  Other stain removers like Goo Gone should also work, but I don't use those.

Edited September 13, 2024 by peteski

[bbowser]

Usually the best thing to remove tape residue is the same tape you used originally.  Take a small piece and stick it on and pull it off repeatedly, the adhesive will stick to itself better than anything else.

[slusher]

Alcohol pads or mineral spirits thinner should work but keep away from your body".

[Matt Bacon]

Try lemon juice on a rag or get some “Sticky Stuff Remover”… no risk of damaging the plastic…

best,

M.

[StevenGuthmiller]

WD-40.

 

 

 

Steve

[Metalmad]

Try using Tamiya tape when taping off areas to be painted. It usually does not leave any residue after removing from the painted part.