How to Remove Gel Decals From Windows
Gel decals are available at discount and craft and hobby stores in many shapes, colors and sizes. The gel clings well to windows and provides a stained glass look. They are a wise investment to decorate your windows and doors for the holidays or seasonal events, because you can reuse them. You must remove the gel decals carefully to avoid tearing them. This helps keep them looking attractive for the next holiday season. Does this Spark an idea?
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Things You'll Need
- Thin piece of plastic, such as a credit card
- Plastic sheet protectors or plastic wrap
Instructions
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Peel a corner of your gel decal with your fingertip or a thin piece of plastic, such as a credit card. Start at the top of the design to avoid tearing the fragile decal.
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Pull gently on the gel decal in a smooth manner.
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Use your non-dominant hand to help pull any gel decal extensions off the window, such as the arm or leg on a Santa decal. This prevents it from tearing.
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Place the gel decal onto a piece of plastic wrap or a plastic sheet protector. Cover the design with another sheet of plastic wrap. This helps preserve the gel decal for use again.
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Clean any stain or residue left on the window with your regular glass cleaner and a soft cleaning cloth. Most gel decals lift off cleanly, but may bleed slightly if you overlap them or if you accidentally rip them during removal.
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Tips & Warnings
Store the gel decals in a flat area where they will not be disturbed. You can freeze the gel decals to store them if you desire, but allow them to thaw and get squishy again before using.
Clean the gel decals with warm water if they become dusty or soiled. Dry them well by blotting them with a paper towel or soft cloth before storing.
Do not use gel decals on walls or other porous surfaces because they may stain the surface.
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