The Best Home Remedy: How to Remove Labels Without Residue

Stubborn labels can be effortlessly removed with a simple home remedy trick.

Anyone who wants to reuse glass containers knows the problem: Stuck-on labels often hold on stubbornly – even after long soaking, residues remain. However, there is a surprisingly simple and environmentally friendly trick that provides a solution.

Lemon and Baking Soda Effectively Remove Adhesive

A proven life hack combines two home remedies: lemon and baking soda. For this, a lemon is halved, the cut surface is sprinkled with about a tablespoon of baking soda, and then rubbed directly over the label. After a few minutes of exposure time, the label and adhesive residues can usually be removed without any problems.

The effect is based on a combination: The citric acid dissolves the adhesive, while the baking soda has a slightly abrasive effect. This allows the adhesive to be removed efficiently but gently – without residues and without the use of aggressive cleaning agents.

Other Methods for Particularly Stubborn Cases

If adhesive residues remain despite the use of lemon and baking soda, simple alternatives can help: Oil – such as olive oil – or alcohol can also be applied and wiped off after a short exposure time. An eraser, especially the hard, blue side, is also suitable for removing remaining residues.

On non-sensitive surfaces, copper or stainless steel sponges can be used. However, caution is advised here: Too much pressure can cause scratches. Those who want to clean sensitive materials should therefore stick to the home remedies.

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