Michigan State University Extension
Home Maintenance And Repair - 01500327
06/24/03

Removing Sticky Labels from Plastic


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.

If the label on the plastic has been wet, or the
article has been stored where it was hot or humid, it
will be more difficult to remove.

1. Dampen a small piece of cloth, or the end of a swab
stick (cotton twisted on the end of a wooden match or
orange stick). Dip cotton end in dry cleaning fluid.

2. Allow the fluid to remain on the label only long
enough to allow the label to be rubbed off. Wipe away
excess fluid immediately, and wash article in sudsy water
and dry. (DO NOT ALLOW FLUID TO REMAIN ON THE PLASTIC
SURFACE VERY LONG, AS IT WILL DULL THE FINISH OF THE
PLASTIC.)

This article was written by Anne Field, Extension
Specialist, Emeritus, with reference from Mary Ellen
Delsipee, and Isabel Jones, previous Extension
specialists.

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