Removing Strong Adhesive Squares from a Wall

Updated on January 06, 2010
S.F. asks from Madison, WI
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What can I use to remove wooden letters that are attached with very strong adhesive squares to a wall? I'm trying to get them off with minimal damage to the wall if possible. Does anyone know of something I can try? I'm going to repaint my daughters room so I need them to come off.

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R.S.

answers from Des Moines on

It sounds like the product that several recommend is a reliable solution to your problem. But if you don't happen to be going out or just want to try to get the adhesive off with something around the house, try baby oil, lamp oil, Skin So Soft, or even petroleum jelly (like Vaseline). Most of these adhesives are petroleum based and will dissolve in another petroleum product. I just usually grab whatever is handiest. The other day I even used Vaseline lip therapy.

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H.J.

answers from Minneapolis on

That's what it is called Goo Gone, Great stuff!

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R.K.

answers from Appleton on

Rubbing alcohol takes most adhesives off.

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D.S.

answers from Milwaukee on

Try "GOO GONE", you can buy it at any hardware store and sometime even at the grocery store. Good luck.

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B.

answers from Minneapolis on

Try "Goo Gone". Available at all grocery stores.

I.B.

answers from Wausau on

Hi S., I just moved out of an apartment and was faced with the same problem. I used a spatula to get underneath of the square to get as much off as would come off that way, then GooGone to get the sticky residue. Worked well. :)

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J.L.

answers from Minneapolis on

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S.W.

answers from Wausau on

Hey S.,

I have used Solumel from Melaleuca on really sticky hard to get off stuff. It works great. It would probably take off the paint but your walls will be fine. It is a really awesome product for so many things. I use it everyday in my house. It is very gentle on skin and does not emit any harmful fumes. Best thing I have ever found. Melaleuca is a national wellness company. If you have any questions about them, I'd be happy to answer them for you. Just send me an email at: ____@____.com

Warmest Regards.

S.

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