How to remove stickers from the refrigerator at home

A new refrigerator is almost always covered with labels containing related information about the household appliance.
These stickers spoil the appearance of the item, but they cannot be peeled off from the surface with a slight movement of the hand.

How to remove a sticker from a refrigerator? To remove it, you need to use special methods. These can be improvised means or special chemicals.

These methods also help to get rid of decorative pictures that were once pasted by the owner himself.

Water

You can get rid of fresh stickers made on paper using water and a sponge. To do this, follow these steps:

moisten the sticker generously with warm water;
wait 15-20 minutes for the sticker to soak, additionally moistening it if necessary;
After the specified time has passed, wipe the softened paper with a damp sponge.

When wiping the label, you can act on it with the hard side of the sponge, but this must be done carefully so as not to leave scratches on the enamel of the refrigerator. After the final peeling of the paper, you should wipe the area where it is located, first with soap and then with plain water to get rid of any remaining glue.

Advice! To remove an old sticker, first soak it in table vinegar, medical alcohol or ammonia. Another effective option is Mister Muscle glass cleaner.

Removing traces of self-adhesive film

Self-adhesive film will help you feel like a designer and restore the damaged coating on your refrigerator. The principle is simple: the device was white - it became crimson (or emerald). The advantage is obvious: you can change the color at least every week.

The only downside is that the self-adhesive is based on a combination of wallpaper and tape. This means that from time to time the question will arise: how to remove the self-adhesive film from the refrigerator with minimal losses to the coating?

Hot water

Hot water will help remove the self-adhesive film:

Heat water to a temperature of 50-60 °C.
Wet the cloth and the entire surface of the film with hot water.
Wait 5 minutes until the water is absorbed and the film changes color to a darker one.
Remove the self-adhesive by slightly helping with a utility knife.

Attention! Remove the film carefully so as not to damage the surface of the refrigerator.

Hot air

A hairdryer can not only dry your hair, but also remove the film from the refrigerator if it cannot be removed:

Heat in small portions, directing warm air to the end of the self-adhesive.
Carefully remove the part that has warmed up, prying it with something sharp.
If there is still a sticky layer on the surface, wash it off with gasoline or solvent.

Sunflower oil

If the above methods cause difficulties, use regular sunflower oil:

Apply and distribute it over the entire surface.
Wait 30 minutes.
Carefully remove the peeled film with a spatula without scratching the surface.
Wash off greasy deposits with dishwasher or soapy water.

Special means

You can buy sprays in household chemical stores that are used by cleaning company employees. Use them following the instructions and safety precautions.

Important! Use chemistry only if other methods are ineffective.

Hairdryer

Using a hair dryer to remove labels pasted on the refrigerator is practiced in large stores selling household appliances. The procedure is performed as follows:

The sticker is generously moistened with water in which dishwashing detergent is dissolved. It is advisable to use a product that does not contain abrasive particles.
The label is heated using a hair dryer that releases a stream of hot air.
After a few minutes, while the sticker is still wet, it is carefully lifted from the corner and torn off from the surface of the refrigerator.
The cleaned door is washed with warm soapy water.
If necessary, repeat the procedure.

When removing paper stickers, do not use metal sponges or other sharp objects. This will protect the surface of the refrigerator from scratches.

Useful tips

When using either method, finish cleaning by washing the sticky area with soap and water.
Before using a powerful chemical solution, test it on any area of the chassis that is not visible.
For cleaning, do not use scrapers or hard brushes - otherwise there will be scratches on the refrigerator that cannot be masked with anything.
Fresh stickers are most effectively removed - get rid of them immediately after purchasing household appliances.

Steam generator

This method is similar to the previous one, with one difference - a steam generator is used instead of a hairdryer. Fill the device’s reservoir with clean water, attach a small nozzle with a brush and begin treating the surface.

Each sticker must be steamed for 5-10 seconds. After the pictures have softened, they can be carefully removed with a sponge or cloth. Residues of glue can be washed off in any convenient way: using soapy water, glass cleaner, vegetable oil or nail polish remover.

Using a steam generator, you can get rid of not only small pictures, but also remove the self-adhesive film that covers a significant part of the refrigerator. After heating the surface of the film, its edge must be carefully lifted and torn off diagonally. An important condition is that you should avoid using sharp objects to avoid damaging the enamel of the refrigerator.

Eraser

Using a stationery eraser, you can erase a paper sticker or laminated label from which the top layer has been previously removed from the refrigerator.

To peel off an unnecessary sticker, you need to perform several steps:

Step 1.	Dilute a little liquid soap or dishwashing detergent in warm water.
Step 2.	Thoroughly moisten the surface of the sticker with the prepared soap solution.
Step 3.	Wait for the wet label to dry completely.
Step 4.	Rub the label or adhesive thoroughly with the soft side of the eraser until the sticky layer is completely removed.

If after following these steps there are still particles of the label on the enamel of the refrigerator, try moistening it with nail polish remover. After this, the paper will wash off much faster.

How to remove glue from the door surface

When the sticker has already been removed, one more question remains: how to clean the surface and remove the remaining glue. There are several ways to help cope with this task.

Acetone and nail polish remover

The remaining glue should be moistened with nail polish remover or regular acetone and wait until it is completely softened. All that remains is to wipe the surface with a dry cloth. If small adhesive particles still remain, they are removed with a glass cleaner.

Solvent based sprays

The product is not applied to the surface, but is sprayed, so dirt can be removed with minimal spray consumption.

The composition can be stored for a long time, it will not lose its properties.

Alcohol or vinegar

Any of these available products can remove glue from the refrigerator door. Vinegar or alcohol should be applied to the contaminated area and wait a little.

When the glue gets wet, it is removed with a rag, then the surface is treated with a soap solution.

Remedy for bitumen stains

The composition has an unpleasant, pungent odor, but can remove dirt in just seconds.

You don’t have to worry about the safety of the enamel: after this treatment it remains in perfect condition.

Melamine sponge

This is an amazing sponge that can literally absorb any dirt before your eyes. Procedure:

Wet with warm water.
Treat the contaminated area.
Use the edge of the sponge to gently rub the stain.
Dampen a soft cloth with water and wipe the surface.

These actions will be enough to ensure that not a trace of the previously affixed labels remains on the refrigerator.

Flour

This method is only effective if the glue is still fresh. Simply sprinkle it with flour and wipe with a soft cloth. It will not be possible to deal with old pollution this way.

Nail polish remover

When using nail polish remover to remove stickers from the refrigerator, make sure that it does not contain acetone. This aggressive substance can negatively affect the enamel, changing its color.

To remove the sticker and the sticky substance that holds it, apply nail polish remover to a cotton pad or tissue. Blot the area to be treated several times. After 10-15 minutes, wipe the treated area with a sponge to remove any remaining sticker and glue.

Glass cleaner

The essence of the method for removing a sticker using a window cleaner is similar to the above-described option using nail polish remover:

"Mr. Muscle", "Clin", "Cif" or another similar drug is sprayed onto the area with the sticker;
after 5-7 minutes, during which the sticker is saturated with liquid, the picture is wiped off with a dish sponge;
The surface cleaned of stickers and glue is wiped with a damp, clean cloth.

Vaseline, vegetable oil

To remove various stickers from the surface of the refrigerator, try using improvised means such as vegetable or essential oil or Vaseline. The procedure for this is as follows:

Try to peel off the top layer of the sticker, especially if it is covered with film.
Treat any remaining label with your chosen product.
After 15-20 minutes, remove the stickers from the refrigerator using a napkin or cotton pad soaked in oil or Vaseline.
Wash off oil stains with warm soapy water or window cleaner.

The good thing about this method is that it does not have an aggressive effect on the surface of the household appliance. If the sticker does not come off completely on the first try, the procedure should be repeated.

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When should stickers be removed?

Often, new equipment is purchased with advertising or information campaigns that do not please the owners. Modern housewives only want to see magnets on the equipment or its pristine whiteness. In addition, the ubiquitous children paste over the door with numerous pictures, which parents do not really like. You can correct this situation by resorting to proven recipes.

Important! Never use a toothbrush or metal objects for cleaning, this will definitely cause scratches.

Melamine sponge

The technology for using a melamine sponge is similar to using a regular school eraser - the product must be moistened in warm water, gently squeezed out, avoiding twisting, and wiped over the surface with the sticker. Cleaning is carried out thanks to the soft abrasive action of the sponge, accompanied by the release of foam.

The sponge has a fairly high consumption, so it has to be changed often, however, due to its high efficiency, the product can clean various surfaces: plastic, glass, wood, leather, fabrics.

Special store products

There are specialized preparations on sale that are designed to clean surfaces from labels made of various materials. With their help, you can remove not only paper and polymer stickers, but also traces of tape, markers and other contaminants.

Examples of such preparations are Scotch Remover, Sticker Remover. They must be used in accordance with the instructions included with the product.

Using these cleaners, you can wash off pictures from various surfaces: plastic, metal, glass.

Important! Special products for removing labels and adhesives must be used in a well-ventilated area using protective gloves.

Recommendations

General rules and tips for removing stains from stickers will help you carry out the work efficiently and quickly:

When cleaning the surface of household appliances, it is necessary to follow safety rules for working with electrical equipment. So, you can only apply any products to a switched off device. When using acetone, solvents and other chemical solutions with a very pungent odor for cleaning, it is necessary to ensure a flow of fresh air in the room (for example, open a window)

It is also necessary to ensure that flammable materials are not located near open flame sources. When using a hairdryer to remove stickers, it is important to adjust the heating temperature. Excessively hot air not only deforms the already cleaned surface, but can also cause hand burns. Before applying a previously unused cleaning agent to a sticker adhesive stain, it must be tested on an inconspicuous area of the product.

Regardless of what product was used to remove sticker marks, do not neglect hand protection (gloves).

To avoid damaging the surface of the refrigerator, test the selected product on an inconspicuous area before cleaning.
Never remove stickers with toothbrushes, brushes or squeegees.
If you use harsh, aggressive substances, always wear gloves and open the windows.
When purchasing special stain removers, always read the instructions and strictly follow the manufacturer's recommendations.

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Soda

The use of baking soda is advisable when it is necessary to remove traces of glue left after removing stickers from the surface of household appliances. Use the product as follows:

combine soda with a small amount of water to obtain a homogeneous paste;
apply the composition to a sponge or cloth and rub it over the area with the remaining glue;
After removing the adhesive, wipe the treated area of the refrigerator with warm water.

This surface treatment option is suitable for removing both adhesive labels and decals, which were popular some time ago. But do not forget that the more time the sticker spends on the refrigerator, the more likely it is that the surface underneath it will differ in color from the color of the entire appliance. Therefore, be prepared for the need to re-decorate the cleaned areas of the refrigerator.

What not to clean the surface of the refrigerator

In order to remove labels from the refrigerator, do not use hard brushes, sponges or rags. Such products will damage the enamel of kitchen appliances.

Before using the tools listed above, you need to check them. To do this, you need to apply the compounds in the place of the refrigerator where you can least see it. In this case, the substances must be applied in a minimal amount.

It is also important to study in more detail the instructions for the product and information about the coating of the refrigerator before starting work. This way you can avoid defects on the body of the equipment.

You can remove stickers from the surface of the refrigerator using various methods. The main thing is to carry out the work carefully, do not forget about personal protective equipment and do not rush.

Scotch

Adhesive tape will help remove both the entire picture from the enamel of the refrigerator, if it was pasted not too long ago, and traces of old glue. You can do this in two ways:

Try tearing off a piece of tape of the appropriate size, sticking it to the area that needs treatment, and tearing it off sharply.
For greater convenience, wrap the tape around your fingers with the sticky side up, place your palm on the surface with the label and tear it off sharply.

This way you can transfer all the glue from the refrigerator to the adhesive tape.

Despite its effectiveness, the method is not suitable for treating surfaces whose coating integrity is damaged. In this case, it is better to use more gentle methods to avoid peeling off particles of paint, varnish and other materials.

Alcohol, vinegar, solvent

These products have the same way of acting on the label - penetrating deep into the remaining paper, they dissolve the glue, after which it can be easily washed off with water and a sponge. It is advisable to use alcohol-containing preparations, vinegar and white spirit after first removing the top layer of the sticker, especially if it has a film coating.

Some housewives recommend using a special bitumen stain cleaner. This product is effective for removing traces of glue, but has a strong odor, so it must be used carefully, avoiding the presence of small children and pets.

Before applying these substances to the area with the sticker, test them on a less visible area of the refrigerator. This will help determine if they will damage the enamel.

How to remove glue residue

When the housewife was tearing off a picture the child had just pasted, she was fussed over and did not immediately wash the glue off the sticker. Over time, a dark spot formed in this place from dust that had settled on the glue. Removing such stains is sometimes more difficult than removing an entire sticker. When deleting, you can use:

With an eraser, but without getting wet. Just persistently rub the entire surface of the stain. At first nothing will happen, but then the glue will come off in the form of balls, which can be removed with a dry cloth.

Melamine sponge. With its help, traces of glue, any dirt and even inscriptions made with a felt-tip pen can be easily wiped off. The sponge acts like an eraser, but is much more effective. However, there is a significant disadvantage - the sponge wears out quickly, and is not cheap. For example, it can take a whole sponge to remove old traces of glue. But for people who value their time, it is an irreplaceable thing. Purchase a melamine sponge at a hardware store.

Acetone and nail polish remover. The dried glue is moistened with the product, then you need to wait until it softens. At the end, wipe off the remaining glue with a dry cloth. If necessary, add another portion of glass cleaner until the adhesive is completely removed. You don't have to worry about the enamel; the solvent only cleans the glue.

Special sprays. They contain solvents for various types of pollution. Since the spray is sprayed rather than applied to the surface, dirt is washed off with a minimal amount of product. In addition, it is convenient to store it for a long time without loss of quality.

Alcohol, vinegar, antistatic agent. Any of these products are applied to the glue. You can scrub it right away, but it’s better to wait until it softens. Then wash the surface with soapy water.

Bitumen stain cleaner. The product has a pungent odor, but removes traces of glue in a matter of seconds without harming the enamel.

Since the listed products have a strong odor and do not have the best effect on the skin, cleaning should be carried out in a well-ventilated area, using rubber gloves and a respirator or gauze bandage.

conclusions

To remove stickers from the refrigerator, you can use various means: both specialized store-bought preparations like Sticker Remover, and ordinary products available in every home. The most effective method is removing paper pictures using warm water and a sponge, baking soda, and vegetable oil. To peel off polymer-based labels, it is better to use a hair dryer or steam generator, melamine sponge, or solvent.

Before washing the sticker, it is advisable to use the product on a less noticeable area of the refrigerator to see if it will damage the enamel. When scrubbing a picture, it is important to avoid abrasive materials, powders, and sharp objects that can scratch the surface of the device.

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Precautionary measures

Most of the products that are used to clean the refrigerator have an unpleasant odor and can cause harm to health, negatively affecting the condition of the skin.

When using them, you must adhere to safety precautions.

Ventilation of the room

Before cleaning, you need to open the windows

It is extremely important that the room is well ventilated. Fresh air must circulate in it

Thanks to this, the risk of aggressive substances entering the mucous membranes and respiratory tract is significantly reduced.

Use of personal protective equipment

All actions must be performed with rubber gloves so that the product does not come into contact with the skin.

You should also make sure you have a respirator. It can be replaced with a regular gauze bandage, but in this case the protection will be less reliable.

No open flame

When working with all kinds of solvents and any flammable substances, you must work away from open sources of fire, otherwise the risk of ignition and fire increases.