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removing adhesive tape on aluminum

01/24/2009 5:47 AM

I have white aluminum window frames which has adhesive tape .

When I try to remove the tape the tape does not come of easily. It is difficult to remove the tape.

Can someone assist me with a solution?

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Re: removing adhesive tape on aluminum

01/24/2009 5:58 AM

Try using liquid lighter fuel! The stuff you put in Zippos!

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Re: removing adhesive tape on aluminum

01/24/2009 7:15 AM

You can also use nail polish remover or alcohol. There are other products but I don't know where you are,try a hardware store for adhesive removers.

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Re: removing adhesive tape on aluminum

01/24/2009 7:17 AM

Denatured alcohol

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Re: removing adhesive tape on aluminum

01/24/2009 8:15 AM

Would that be more like vodka or wine?

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01/24/2009 8:38 AM

Goo B Gone works great even on old dried tape. We use it to clean sliders on audio boards that build up really bad. Techs love to tape notes on specific points for reference.

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Re: removing adhesive tape on aluminum

01/26/2009 1:53 PM

If by "White" aluminium you mean overcoat-painted aluminium, then be careful with plastic solvents, as these may also remove the overcoat-paint with the adhesive tape altogether.

If by "white" you meant non-anodised aluminium, then by all means use any plastic or rubber solvent, from Benzine to Acetone...
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01/28/2009 12:06 AM

Use either Afta Cleaning Fluid or K2r Spot Lifter. I use lighter fluid too.

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Re: removing adhesive tape on aluminum

01/28/2009 9:56 PM

Have you tried WD 40? It won't hurt the frames or leave residue or discoloration.

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