How do you remove glue and labels from glass jars?
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Goo Gone
Goo Gone, paint thinner, terpintine . Soak off paper labels in sink of hot water,, then the solvents will do the rest
I usually run the jar under really hot water from the tap and then the glue 'melts' and you can scrub it away easily. You can use Goo Gone if you still have some remaining.
Rubbing alcohol
Goo Gone, WD40, nail polish remover.
Hi Jenene! A great question because this is one we all have to deal with at one time or another.
https://www.wikihow.com/Remove-a-Jar-Label
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K66X-GC6xt0
https://www.instructables.com/id/Easiest-least-messy-way-to-remove-labels-from-gla/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wuVFzYDqk28
I soak them in hot water and use rubbing alcohol to remove any remaining goo. For stubborn spots, I use goo gone.
I use peanut butter works great and I shared the DIY here: https://www.exquisitelyunremarkable.com/2021/03/remove-sticker-residue-naturally.html