How Do You Remove The Sticky Residue Left By Labels From A Plastic Container?
After the original contents are used and gone, leaving the plastic container empty, you may decide that you can use that container for other things rather than tossing it out. Cleaning it out is easy, but the problem comes in the form of a tacky label stuck on the front. Tireless scraping removes most of it, but now it looks worse than before. With the right materials, removing labels from plastic containers is easy. There are several simple ways to get rid of labels and the stickiness they leave behind. Fill the sink or a container large enough to fit the plastic container into with warm soapy water. Place the container into the water so that the adhesive can soak for 15 to 30 minutes before wiping away the label with a clean cloth. Soak a paper towel in white vinegar, and place it on the label, covering it completely. Allow the paper towel to sit on the label for 15 minutes before wiping it away with a clean cloth. Peel away as much of the label as you can with your fingers, and spra
