How Do You Take Off Iron Ons?

Iron-on patches are a quick fix for hole-riddled jeans.

Iron-on patches are used to cover up unsightly holes in clothing or add colorful flair to drab garments. The backs of the patches are coated with a thin layer of adhesive to ensure a strong, lasting hold. An iron is placed over the patch to activate the adhesive and bond it to the fabric. Over time patches can become frayed and discolored, at which point they should removed from the garment.

Things You'll Need

• Iron
• Butter knife
• Rag
• Commercial stain remover

Instructions

1. Place a warm iron over the underside of the patch for 30 seconds to a minute. If necessary, turn the article of clothing inside out to reach the underside of the patch.

2. Raise an edge of the patch with the blade of a butter knife.

3. Grasp the edge of the patch and slowly peel it back from the fabric. Hold down the garment with one hand and work slowly with the other to avoid rips or tears.

4. Saturate a rag with a laundry stain remover and clean away any leftover adhesive on the garment.

5. Wash the garment in your next load of laundry before use.

Tips & Warnings

• A light solvent such as denatured alcohol can be used to remove tough adhesive stains from denim. Avoid using solvents on more delicate fabrics.

References

• Beacon Adhesives: Patch Attach Instructions and Helpful Hints
• Good Housekeeping: Remove Glue from Fabric