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    I have double-sided tape stuck to a painted or varnished surface. What can I use to remove it?
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    Lower percentage rubbing alcohol, vinegar, oil, or a hair dryer can help. Avoid using acetone or nail polish remover; it will remove the varnish/paint.
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    I used double sided tape to put an antenna on my window and now I can't get it off. What can I do?
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    Use one of those plastic holders for one-edged razor blades and scrape away as much as possible, keeping the blade at an angle so you don't scratch the glass. Then use isopropyl alcohol 91%, and a soft cloth, rubbing at the residue until it's gone. You can also use Vaseline instead of the alcohol. Use Windex to clean it up when you're finished.
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    How do I remove the clear sticky tape and sponge that was used for secondary film double glazing?
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    A quick way to do this would be the 'old fashion' way, with ammonia and baking soda.
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    How do I remove double sided tape from a ceramic floor?
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    Try using ammonia and baking soda on the tile only. Just be careful not to get it in the grout area. It may remove the existing color grout and not make it be as consistent a color as the rest of the grout.
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    How can I remove double sided tape if I don't have long nails?
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    Use nail polish remover!! I don't have long fingernails either and that's what I used, and my surface was good as new.
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    I think some of the paint faded. What do I do?
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    Let the spot dry first; many paints appear 1 to 2 shades lighter when wet. If the paint did fade, try touching it up using the same color paint and a paint roller or foam applicator. For delicate and detailed areas, use a small, pointy-tip paintbrush.
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    How can I avoid fading paint with all of this?
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    This usually depends on the type of paint and the original surface; sometimes it's inevitable. Don't use acetone; try some vinegar, soap and warm water, or a 70% rubbing alcohol instead. Avoid using anything abrasive to remove the residue. Instead, try using a rag or towel.
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    I got the tape off, but now I have some gunky residue! How do I get it off?
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    Try letting the area soak with oil for a few minutes, then buffing it away with a Scrubby. Wipe the area again with rubbing alcohol to remove any oil residue.
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    I have tape stuck to an unpainted/unfinished wood surface. How can I get it off?
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    Try using some acetone, rubbing alcohol, or vinegar. You can also use warm soap and water. Avoid anything with oil; it will stain the bare wood.
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    How do I remove double sided tape from a carpet?
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    Use carpet cleaner liquid or try with water and soap. If it doesn’t work, then give it to dry cleaner or call a professional worker.
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