I ruined my Klausen

dgpj92 said:

I was getting ready to take my Pittsburgh N1 Klausen to get framed. It had been laying flat under kraft paper since the show. Somehow,  the poly record sleeve (for the Dark Matter single) with reusable adhesive ended up attached to the front of the poster and has been there for the past two months. I was able to detach it by using a hair dryer to gently pry the envelope away. But now I am left with two seven inch lines of adhesive across the poster.

Does anyone have any ideas to get the adhesive off? Luckily, Brad made the poster with some sort of clear coat, so no ink has come off yet. Not sure if heat and finger nail will slowly get the job done. Right now, those lines will definitely stick to any sleeve or glass that they come in contact with.

GlowGirl said:

dgpj92 said:

I was getting ready to take my Pittsburgh N1 Klausen to get framed. It had been laying flat under kraft paper since the show. Somehow,  the poly record sleeve (for the Dark Matter single) with reusable adhesive ended up attached to the front of the poster and has been there for the past two months. I was able to detach it by using a hair dryer to gently pry the envelope away. But now I am left with two seven inch lines of adhesive across the poster.

Does anyone have any ideas to get the adhesive off? Luckily, Brad made the poster with some sort of clear coat, so no ink has come off yet. Not sure if heat and finger nail will slowly get the job done. Right now, those lines will definitely stick to any sleeve or glass that they come in contact with.

I was curious so I asked AI. Here is what it said:

To remove adhesive from a poster without damaging the ink, try using a hairdryer to warm the adhesive and gently peel it off, or apply a gentle oil like olive oil or orange oil to break down the adhesive before wiping it away. For stubborn residue, a solvent like rubbing alcohol or a specialized adhesive remover can be used, but always test on a small, inconspicuous area first to ensure it doesn't damage the ink or paper. 

Here's a more detailed breakdown of methods:

1. Heat: 

• Method: Use a hairdryer on a low setting to warm the adhesive. The heat will soften the adhesive, making it easier to peel off.
• Caution: Be careful not to overheat the poster, as it can damage the paper or ink.
• Tools: Hairdryer, plastic scraper or similar tool for lifting the adhesive.

2. Gentle Oils: 

• Method: Apply a small amount of olive oil, orange oil, or another gentle oil to the adhesive. Let it sit for a few minutes to break down the adhesive, then gently wipe it away with a soft cloth.
• Caution: Test a small area first to ensure the oil doesn't damage the ink or paper.
• Tools: Paper towel or clean cloth, gentle oil.

3. Rubbing Alcohol or Adhesive Remover: 

• Method:

  Dampen a clean cloth or paper towel with rubbing alcohol (isopropyl alcohol) or a specialized adhesive remover like Goo Gone. Gently dab the adhesive and let it sit for a few minutes to soften the adhesive. Then, use a plastic scraper or a clean cloth to gently rub away the residue.
• Caution:

  Test a small area first to ensure the alcohol or adhesive remover doesn't damage the ink or paper.
• Tools:

  Rubbing alcohol, specialized adhesive remover (e.g., Goo Gone), clean cloth, plastic scraper.

4. Specialized Adhesive Removers: 

• Method: Some products, like Bestine or Undo, are specifically designed to dissolve adhesives on paper without damaging the paper or ink. Follow the product instructions carefully.
• Caution: Always test on a small area first.
• Tools: Specialized adhesive remover, plastic scraper, clean cloth.

5. Erasers: 

• Method: An adhesive eraser, available at scrapbook stores, can be used to gently rub away sticky residue from tape or glue.
• Caution: Use a light touch to avoid damaging the poster.
• Tools: Adhesive eraser.

6. Other Tips: 

• Work in a well-ventilated area: Some solvents and adhesive removers can have strong odors.
• Be patient: It may take some time and repeated applications to completely remove the adhesive.
• Avoid using harsh chemicals or abrasive tools: These can damage the poster.

Jimmydean55 said:

I would try using some blue tack. Ball it up and just tap the areas. I’ve used it on a lot of screen printed posters with scuff marks and it’s magic. Not sure if it would help with your adhesive problem, but it’s worth a try. 

Jimmydean55 said:

Good luck and keep us posted!

JOEJOEJOE said:

Not to make light of the situation, but I ruined a few Farrah Fawcett posters when I was a teenager!