how to get rid of sticky residue on dvd cases?
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how to get rid of sticky residue on dvd cases?
as usual, dvds are a pain in the ass to open - especially the stupid sticker thingies they put over the top and often the sides. why they make them like this, i have no idea but it sucks.
anyways i opened a dvd last night and the sticker didnt come off cleanly and it left sticky residues on the cover. anyone know a good way to get that off cuz its annoying.
thanks.
anyways i opened a dvd last night and the sticker didnt come off cleanly and it left sticky residues on the cover. anyone know a good way to get that off cuz its annoying.
thanks.
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I usually use the sticker to get the sticky residue off. I know it sounds wierd, but it works. Just grab a small section of the sticker and re-apply it on top of where the residue is and pull it off again. It will take some of the excess glue with it. Keep doing this until your cover is clean.
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Originally Posted by mdkdc
I usually use the sticker to get the sticky residue off. I know it sounds wierd, but it works. Just grab a small section of the sticker and re-apply it on top of where the residue is and pull it off again. It will take some of the excess glue with it. Keep doing this until your cover is clean.
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This is best...
The best thing to use is basic lighter fluid. It will not stain paper and removes all residues. It's been used by book dealers for years. Goo-Gone is petrolium based and can stain....
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Originally Posted by mdkdc
I usually use the sticker to get the sticky residue off. I know it sounds wierd, but it works. Just grab a small section of the sticker and re-apply it on top of where the residue is and pull it off again. It will take some of the excess glue with it. Keep doing this until your cover is clean.
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To keep from getting any residue in the first place, the quicker you peel those things off, the less residue they leave behind - I used to peel them off slow and steady, and get all kinds of gunk left behind - now, I just yank them off as quick as I can - no residue.
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Originally Posted by Willh51
I just some scotch tape, takes a bit of time but doesn't leave stains like goo gone.
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Would some of these suggestions apply to the "exclusive" Best Buy box art? I don't know what kinda glue these guys have switched to, but it's a bitch to get off.
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Originally Posted by Rogue588
Would some of these suggestions apply to the "exclusive" Best Buy box art? I don't know what kinda glue these guys have switched to, but it's a bitch to get off.
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I think WB and Fox may have also switched glue recently. Their stickers no longer come off clean. Do we really need 3 security stickers now on these DVDs selling for less than $10???
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Originally Posted by LeeVing
Yeah..My Hills Have Eyes BB exclusive still has some residue..I used alcohol, may have to try some zippo fluid. I'll post again if i find something that works.
exclusive??? elaborate please
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I've used two different types of Goo Gone. The kind that I used was so strong that it would take the paint off of the artwork on a DVD, the case art, slip cover, and just about anything else.
The second kind that I used, after a few horrible experiences with the first, is one that I still use to this day. You can put the stuff on virtually anything, and while it'll remove what you want it to, it wont damage the item you are trying to clean at all. I've never once had it damage a DVD, or anything else, in any way.
The second kind that I used, after a few horrible experiences with the first, is one that I still use to this day. You can put the stuff on virtually anything, and while it'll remove what you want it to, it wont damage the item you are trying to clean at all. I've never once had it damage a DVD, or anything else, in any way.
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Originally Posted by shadow panther
exclusive??? elaborate please
The Best Buy version just has a 'Blood" cover...kinda like Saw. The sticker residue is still on the plastic. May try some Goo Gone......
anyone else have a problem with this one????
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Originally Posted by shadow panther
you mean the saw cover with the liquid blood in the case?