Sticky-Stuff Removal

[Creemteez]

Been collecting jars through the year, ready for various preserves, but am having trouble getting the residual label glue off some of the jars. Any suggestions?

[WendyC]

I use something called "Sticky Stuff Remover". Think I got it from Betterware or Kleeneze. Quick goggle seems to show lots of places stock it. Best tip in using it is to leave it to soak in a bit and then it works really well.

[Creemteez]

Was wondering if that would do the trick. Thanks Wendy.

[scarey55]

Can I add my vote for Sticky stuff remover as well. It works really well - I have to get my Mum to buy it for me. Lasts ages too.

[mothhawk]

WD40 and a bit of wire wool does it for me. To remove labels in pretty much one piece, I fill the jar with boiling water and leave to stand for a couple of minutes. The glue softens, and using an oven glove you can then empty out the water and peel off the label.

[veggiechicken]

Mine came from Lakeland - same name. WD40 would probably work too
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[Glutton4...]

This has been discussed on here before, but I can't find the thread. If in doubt, I think lighter fluid works, and also Baby Wipes!

But I may be wrong...

[Bill HH]

I wonder if a hot oven would do the trick, it would have the added benefit of steralising the jars.

[veggiechicken]

'ere ya go http://www.growfruitandveg.co.uk/gra...ml#post1156765

[mothhawk]

I wonder if a hot oven would do the trick, it would have the added benefit of steralising the jars.

No, it doesn't seem to work - it sets the glue more, rather than softening it, somehow.

[Potted Penny]

Definitely Sticky Stuff Remover from Lakeland. Lasts forever and works really quickly, although it does leave things a bit oily.

[Bren In Pots]

I use bees wax furniture polish the sort that comes in a round tin, I tried it once when I was desperate it worked so I've used it ever since.

[mothhawk]

I use bees wax furniture polish the sort that comes in a round tin, I tried it once when I was desperate it worked so I've used it ever since.

Love that, Bren. I guess that's how all the useful household tips come about

[veggiechicken]

Often, I just scrape the gunk off with the side of a table knife, then finish off with one of those green scouring pads. Wouldn't want to do lots of jars that way though!!

[Nannysally99]

I use nail varnish remover


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