Scotch tape and residue were gently scraped off the outdoor facing side of a wooden white door. I would like to completely remove the residue.
Is there a clever method / tool / chemical to remove the residue without damaging the white paint?
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Sign up to join this communityScotch tape and residue were gently scraped off the outdoor facing side of a wooden white door. I would like to completely remove the residue.
Is there a clever method / tool / chemical to remove the residue without damaging the white paint?
Goo-Gone or Goof-Off are popular choices but good ol' Windex works impressively well for sticker residue.
As always, test in an inconspicuous location first!!!
Also, you might find that the cleaned area is cleaner than then rest of the door.
I've had good success with WD-40 or similar product. For really stubborn residue there is this stuff that often works where others don't: