Things You'll Need
Plastic scraper
Bowl
1 tbsp. dish washing detergent
1 tbsp. white vinegar
Sponge
Clean cloths
Nail polish remover
Black tape, or electrical tape, is used on electrical cords and other devices. Left long enough, the tape can leave a sticky residue on your electronics and other items. When the tape is removed and the residue is exposed, it acts as a magnet for all kinds of dirt and debris. Avoid this situation by removing the black tape residue completely.
Step 1
Scrape black tape residue with a plastic scraper to remove as much excess adhesive glue as possible.
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Step 2
Combine 1 tbsp. dish washing detergent, 1 tbsp. white vinegar and 2 cups warm water in a bowl. Dip a sponge in the adhesive-softening solution. Set the soapy sponge on top of the tape adhesive and leave it there for five minutes to soften and loosen the adhesive.
Step 3
Rub the sponge over the adhesive to remove as much as possible. Rinse the sponge as the adhesive lifts, and scrub again using the soap and vinegar solution.
Step 4
Pour nail polish remover on a clean cloth. Wipe up any remaining black tape adhesive with the nail polish remover.
Step 5
Wet a clean cloth with water and rinse off the site of the tape adhesive build-up. Dry with a clean cloth.
Tip
Baby oil can also be used to break down the sticky residue from tape adhesive. Follow by removing the oil with an all-purpose cleaner or undiluted vinegar.
Spray tape adhesive residue with WD-40. Allow it to sit for a few minutes before wiping off. Repeat until all the adhesive is gone.
Warning
Always unplug electrical appliances before cleaning tape residue from them.
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