How to remove adhesive from clothes
In daily life, it is a common problem to accidentally get adhesive on clothes, especially glue stains left by glue, double-sided tape or stickers. How to remove these adhesives quickly and effectively has become the focus of many people's attention. This article will combine hot topics and practical methods from the entire Internet in the past 10 days to provide you with structured solutions.
1. Common adhesive types and removal methods

| Viscose type | Applicable method | Things to note |
|---|---|---|
| Ordinary glue | Soak in alcohol and white vinegar | Avoid hard scratching to prevent damage to clothing |
| Double sided tape | Hair dryer heating + ice freezing | After heating, the glue stain becomes softer and easier to remove. |
| Sticker residue | Apply cooking oil or essential oil | Let it sit for 10 minutes before wiping |
| super glue | Acetone or special glue remover | Use in a ventilated area and avoid contact with skin |
2. Detailed explanation of popular adhesive removal methods
1. Alcohol removal method
Alcohol is a common solvent and has a significant effect on ordinary glue. Pour alcohol on the adhesive area, let it sit for 5 minutes and then wipe it with a soft cloth. This method is suitable for corrosion-resistant fabrics such as cotton and linen.
2. Hair dryer heating method
For double-sided tape or stickers, use the hot air setting of a hair dryer to heat the glue stain, and then gently peel it off after the glue softens. The remaining part can be frozen with ice cubes to make the glue brittle and then scraped off.
3. Edible oil softening method
Apply cooking oil (such as olive oil) to the glue stains and let it sit for 10 minutes. The glue stains will gradually soften, then clean them with dish soap. Ideal for stubborn sticker residue.
4. Special glue remover
Glue removers (containing acetone) available on the market can quickly dissolve strong glue, but you need to pay attention to test whether the clothes have faded and use them in a ventilated environment.
3. Things to note when removing glue from different fabrics
| fabric type | Recommended method | Risk warning |
|---|---|---|
| Cotton and linen | Alcohol, white vinegar | Avoid prolonged soaking |
| silk/wool | cryogenic freezing method | Do not use acetone or strong acids |
| chemical fiber | hair dryer heating | High temperatures may cause deformation |
| leather | Fengyoujing+cotton swab | Test in an inconspicuous place first |
4. Tips to prevent adhesive residue
1. When attaching labels, try to avoid direct contact with the adhesive surface on clothing.
2. Place a layer of paper towel when using glue to prevent spillage.
3. Before purchasing new clothes, check whether there are any residual glue stains and deal with them promptly.
5. Recommendations of effective methods tested by netizens
According to the hot discussions on social platforms in the past 10 days, the following methods have been mentioned many times:
-Fengyoujing + toothpaste: Apply glue stain after mixing and wipe clean after 5 minutes.
-nail polish remover: Contains acetone, suitable for small area super glue.
-freezing method: Place the clothes in the refrigerator for 1 hour. The glue stains will become brittle and then peel off.
Through the above methods, most adhesive problems can be easily solved. If it still cannot be removed after trying, it is recommended to send it to a professional dry cleaner to avoid damaging the clothes.
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