Removing decal residue from fiberglass
I removed a couple decals, leaving some residue behind. What products have you guys found to be best/safest for removal? I have some Goof Off, but have never used it on the trailer before. Thanks!
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My best results are WD 40 on a soft rag like facecloth. Follow it with a quick wipe w/ alcohol or vinegar to take any oil off that remains. This also works well on Lexan and Plexiglass.
- Acetone is the standard for working around fiberglass. I used to build fiberglass sail boats.
wilber1 wrote:
If you have some kicking around, try some Lysol toilet cleaner. You can mix it with hydrogen peroxide if you want to thin it. Don't know if it will work on decal marks but it works great for getting stains of my boat's gelcoat.
Uhhh no. Muratic acid (HCl) is good at dissolving mineral deposits and and organics. It's not a solvent for rubber/glue products. However it will do a great job at rusting any bare steel it touches or oxidizing aluminum severely and as a bonus it will etch your concrete driveway.Go for the Bonus Round!
- LOL, I use camp fuel or Kerosene. Won't hurt paint and we all probably have some. Use it for bug and tar removal on paint too.
Adam - If you have some kicking around, try some Lysol toilet cleaner. You can mix it with hydrogen peroxide if you want to thin it. Don't know if it will work on decal marks but it works great for getting stains of my boat's gelcoat.
- Since I have had WD40 on hand at all times since age 17, that’s my choice...but not for bicycle lubrication. .
- The first two mentioned (Goo-Gone and WD40 {basically Stoddard solvent and mineral oil})are good choices. I'll add any of the citrus oil ones, like PB Blaster.
- Citrus air freshener...works the best of anything I’ve tried.
- Just did mine a few weeks ago with Goo Gone, worked fine, no issues. All the dealer decals gone, looks much cleaner!
