Asked on Apr 22, 2014
Remove gummed folder labels from a metal filing cabinet
by Gary
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Bought an old metal filing cabinet in good shape but it has 25 or 30 gummed filing folder labels stuck on the front of it. What is the best way to remove these gummed labels without damaging the metal?
9 answers
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WD-40 or I have even used Pledge with lemon oil. Spray generously and let it soak for a minute or two. Peel off the label. What paper remains, spray again and the use a soft cloth to rub off the remaining paper and goo.
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Donna Byram
on Apr 22, 2014
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De-Solv-It ~ It's the best for removing labels, removing stains in clothing and I use it to clean my stainless appliances. It's organic too!
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June
on Apr 22, 2014
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goop off or hot water
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Ellen Dunlap
on Apr 22, 2014
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Petroleum jelly, Goof Off, WD-40, veggie oil.
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Renee Thompson
on Apr 23, 2014
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I use olive oil, put it on leave it for an hour; then I use a plastic kitchen scraper and it comes off easy. I did this on an old 2 drawer filing cabinet; then cleaned it and painted it lime green.......new end table for my sewing room.
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Gale Parris
on Apr 23, 2014
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thanks for your suggestion. Going to try it this weekend and see how it goes....
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Gary
on Apr 23, 2014
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Thanks...
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Gary
on Apr 23, 2014
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Gum off or Goof Off both available at the Dollar Store removes labels with ease. Just wipe on and wipe off.
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Patience M
on Apr 23, 2014
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Thank you....
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Gary
on Apr 23, 2014
Donna Byram
on Apr 22, 2014
June
on Apr 22, 2014
Ellen Dunlap
on Apr 22, 2014
Renee Thompson
on Apr 23, 2014
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