Masking Tape

[UKHunk]

I have just done a complete front end rebuid of my caravan and the only thing left to do is remove the masking tape from the caravan,any suggestions as to do this as i have tried every thing possible,Thanks in advance,

 

[AnnM1]

Hello Eddie

What part of the masking tape are you trying to get off? Is it just the 'glue' residue left behind when the tape is peeled off?

Ann

 

[UKHunk]

Hello Eddie

What part of the masking tape are you trying to get off? Is it just the 'glue' residue left behind when the tape is peeled off?

Ann

Yes Ann its the residue left behind,as the tape itself has been removed,,

 

[AnnM1]

Hi Eddie

Try using a little "Sticky Stuff Remover" on an unobtrusive part of the caravan. Although a smalllooking bottle, believe me it goes a long way. It can be bought in high street stores or, alternatively, from Lakeland Stores.

Hope this helps.

Ann

 

[cris_408518]

WD40 works well on a lot of sticky stuff provoiding it's not going to cause a problem with the surface underneath.

 

[Chrissylizzie]

Also try babywipes.

 

[Terry_5112949]

I had the same problem a couple of years ago after I repaired the rear of my old Elddis, it was difficult removing the tape as it had been baked on by the sun (sun?). I tried a lot of remedies including WD40, but I had the best results using "GUNK" engine cleaner, make up a small pad with a piece of rag and soak it in Gunk and dab it onto the tape/sticky stuff allow to soak in and wipe away.

 

[Angus1]

Have you not tried white spirit on a rag? Should lift the residue no problem.

Use latex gloves though as your fingers get sore otherwise (stand back and wait for the H&S police...)

 

[ColinA]

You could try this. http://www.amazon.co.uk/JML-Magic-Eraser-V1352/dp/B00097ECGM Its just a bit of foam but it seems to remove just about anything from just about any hard suface. It does not damage the surface though.

 

[GeorgeB]

Eddie,

Find your local motor factors (they're the ones who supply the local motor trade) & ask for a can of "tar & Glue" remover, does what it says on the tin! & wont harm the paintwork.

GeorgeB

 

[Les_5110534]

Hi Eddie

As Angus Suggested, White spirit is probably the cheapest & best, just remember to wash it afterwards and re wax.

Regards

Leso