How To Remove Labels & Sticker Residue
26 February 2024
Learn how to remove labels from plastic and glass without leaving behind sticker residue and damaging surfaces.
Removing labels is a problem in the home where gifts, jars, bottles, and glass or plastic items have labels that will not come off.Label removal is also a problem in businesses where labels are applied or printed and where items need to be re-labelled.
The internet is full of bad advice and home remedies. If you search for “how to remove labels” you will see a lot of articles about removing labels and sticker residue that recommend using warm soapy water, vinegar, alcohol, or even using hair dryers.
None of these recommendations work well to remove labels and adhesive residue.
So, what should you do?
It’s best to follow standard practice used by professionals – like label manufacturers and re-packers – and savvy householders.
Many use Ambersil label remover – a product that has been around for years. We use it ourselves but do not sell it.
It is an easy-to-use spray that smells of oranges. One can will last for ages because only a small amount is needed to remove a label.
Every business, factory, office and home should have a can and it is easy to find and buy online.
