Superglue Removal

Daveclar · 27-02-2004, 19:12

I had a bit if an accident in the car today. I spilt a small amount of superglue onto the dash ( on flat area just above hazard light switch). I've tried acetone (nail varnish remover), white spirits,soapy water and nothings working. When it dries out it leaves a white stain about an inch square on the dash.Any other ideas anyone? Most annoying.Regards David

KLB · 27-02-2004, 19:27

Try to get hold of some "skin release agent" (or similar name) specifically for superglue - some hobby shops carry it. As the name suggests, it's for unsticking you if your finger (or whatever) gets stuck to something, but I don't see why it shouldn't work on your dashboard.

It works by being even "stickier" that superglue, so it displaces the superglue bond. Here's the clever bit, though - it doesn't set, so once the superglue has been removed, it can be washed off.

Another suggestion - if you can get under an edge, try peeling it away. Superglue has quite a low peel strength.

Best of luck!

Quinten · 27-02-2004, 19:49

How about a dremel?

rich1068 · 27-02-2004, 21:08

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Originally Posted by Quinten

How about a dremel?

**TaviaRS** · 27-02-2004, 21:09

Angle grinder will get it off.

Or go to Homebase or somesuch and get some superglue remover.

***DGW*** · 27-02-2004, 21:26

Quote:

Originally Posted by TaviaRS

Angle grinder will get it off.

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Dave C · 27-02-2004, 21:27

If you think thats bad my little boy left a room air freshner upside down
on the tele the stuff leaked out and melted the tele case.

MonkeyHanger · 27-02-2004, 21:33

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dave C

If you think thats bad my little boy left a room air freshner upside down
on the tele the stuff leaked out and melted the tele case.

Dave, i had a similar thing when an air freshener leaked on the dining room table...

As for superglue -

A cloth dipped in vinegar will work for normal glue, but i'm not sure about superglue. Could be worth a try.

Or....MC2?

**TaviaRS** · 27-02-2004, 21:55

Denis, hence why I suggested:

Quote:

go to Homebase or somesuch and get some superglue remover

It's what I used to get superglue off my dashbord.

***DGW*** · 27-02-2004, 22:19

Quote:

Originally Posted by TaviaRS

Denis, hence why I suggested:

It's what I used to get superglue off my dashbord.

Yes, I had noted that, Jon. I see you are still having trouble displaying your signature. Try dynamic blue for a more eye-catching presentation.

27-02-2004, 19:12	#1
Daveclar Briskodian Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Dublin,Ireland Posts: 739 Thanks: 3 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Superglue Removal I had a bit if an accident in the car today. I spilt a small amount of superglue onto the dash ( on flat area just above hazard light switch). I've tried acetone (nail varnish remover), white spirits,soapy water and nothings working. When it dries out it leaves a white stain about an inch square on the dash.Any other ideas anyone? Most annoying.Regards David __________________ 2008 Black vRS CR TDi Combi. Irish Spec,Non smokers pack,4 Electric windows, Dual zone,Jumbo box,Rain sensors,Cruise,maxidot,Trip computer,Come home lights. Extras. 18" alloys, Double visor, Active headrests. Sin a bhfuil

27-02-2004, 19:27	#2
KLB Discordian Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Newport, Newport - so good the Post Office named it twice Posts: 1,962 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Try to get hold of some "skin release agent" (or similar name) specifically for superglue - some hobby shops carry it. As the name suggests, it's for unsticking you if your finger (or whatever) gets stuck to something, but I don't see why it shouldn't work on your dashboard. It works by being even "stickier" that superglue, so it displaces the superglue bond. Here's the clever bit, though - it doesn't set, so once the superglue has been removed, it can be washed off. Another suggestion - if you can get under an edge, try peeling it away. Superglue has quite a low peel strength. Best of luck! __________________ Mike

27-02-2004, 19:49	#3
Quinten playing dadsie Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: fast lane Posts: 10,021 Thanks: 19 Thanked 40 Times in 37 Posts	How about a dremel? __________________ Awooga!!!

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TaviaRS Dinosaur Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: North of the Watford Gap Posts: 14,931 Thanks: 19 Thanked 42 Times in 38 Posts	Angle grinder will get it off. Or go to Homebase or somesuch and get some superglue remover. __________________ A jolly sensible Mercedes E class saloon in a rather fetching bluey grey colour. No it isn't fast, no it isn't modded, and yes, it will still eat your Fabia for breakfast. Official mobile chicane for Briskoda trackdays

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27-02-2004, 21:27	#7
Dave C Briskodian Join Date: Dec 2003 Posts: 125 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	If you think thats bad my little boy left a room air freshner upside down on the tele the stuff leaked out and melted the tele case.