Dec La Table runner done! How do you get fabric glue off?
12-02-2013, 11:37 AM
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Thanks everyone! I have been able to pick some of it off (combination of knife, toothpick and/or fingernails). Some I coloured over with a red or a black marker - TRUE STORY! Because the fabric is batik, it doesn't show the marker (much).
I am now going to test a leftover fabric swatch with acetone. I don't have a green marker.... and there are some spots where it is impossible to 'pick' or 'markerize'.
Lesson about glue learned.
I am now going to test a leftover fabric swatch with acetone. I don't have a green marker.... and there are some spots where it is impossible to 'pick' or 'markerize'.
Lesson about glue learned.
12-02-2013, 12:16 PM
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Thanks everyone for your advice. I think most of it is off now, and no one will notice what is left but me. The fabric held up well to acetone. Again, I am thankful it is batik because colour variations are the norm!
Now off to sewing dresden plates for a bedrunner. Merry Christmas to hub and me!
12-04-2013, 07:06 AM
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When all else fails... look up the manufacturer's instructions.... Duh
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[TD="colspan: 2"]REMOVING FABRI-TAC FROM FABRICS[/TD]
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[TD="colspan: 2"]The best way to remove FABRI-TAC from most fabrics is by dry cleaning. Sometimes, however, this is not possible. Our loyal customers who have been using and loving Fabri-Tac for years, have suggested the following method. The best advice is to BE PATIENT while doing this process.
How long it will take to effectively remove the glue depends upon how much you are removing.
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[TD="colspan: 2"]SUPPLIES YOU’LL NEED
1. Spoon or butter knif
2. Acetone
3. Clean rag[/TD]
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[TD="colspan: 2"]BEFORE STARTING
1. ALWAYS test first on a small, unseen area of the item to ensure that the acetone will not discolor or adversely affect the fabric.
2. NEVER use a dining room table or any finished surface as a work area as acetone will strip off the finish. Cover your work area with plastic or newspaper.[/TD]
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[TD="colspan: 2"]BE CAREFULL!
1. Acetone is a FLAMMABLE solvent and should always be kept away from heat, open flames, lighted cigarettes, and other sources of ignition.
2. Keep acetone out of reach of children.
3. Wear eye protection.
4. Work in a well ventilated area[/TD]
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[TD="width: 150"][/TD]
[TD="width: 3"]•[/TD]
[TD="colspan: 2"]REMOVING FABRI-TAC
Step 1: Remove of much of the dried Fabri-Tac as you can by using your fingernail, a spoon or butter knife.
Step 2: Wet a small portion of the rag with acetone. Slowly rub the wet rag directly onto the adhesive to be removed. Wet & turn the rag often to keep it from drying out.
Step 3: The wet rag will soften & liquefy the glue. This will be a slow process. Gently peel off any blobs of glue you see and discard.[/TD]
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[TD="width: 150"][/TD]
[TD="width: 3"]•[/TD]
[TD="colspan: 2"]DO NOT DIP THE GARMENT OR FABRIC INTO THE ACETONE! This will make the glue more difficult to remove and may permanently damage the fabric!
Some individuals may be sensitive to acetone’s smell. If you or anyone near you dislikes the smell, immediately discontinue the removal process[/TD]
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[TD="width: 150"][/TD]
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[TD="colspan: 2"]CUSTOMER SERVICE: Signature Crafts, 1-800-865-7238[/TD]
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[TABLE]
[TR]
[TD="colspan: 2"]REMOVING FABRI-TAC FROM FABRICS[/TD]
[/TR]
[TR]
[TD][/TD]
[TD="width: 3"][/TD]
[TD="colspan: 2"]The best way to remove FABRI-TAC from most fabrics is by dry cleaning. Sometimes, however, this is not possible. Our loyal customers who have been using and loving Fabri-Tac for years, have suggested the following method. The best advice is to BE PATIENT while doing this process.
How long it will take to effectively remove the glue depends upon how much you are removing.
[/TD]
[/TR]
[TR]
[TD="width: 150"][/TD]
[TD="width: 3"]•[/TD]
[TD="colspan: 2"]SUPPLIES YOU’LL NEED
1. Spoon or butter knif
2. Acetone
3. Clean rag[/TD]
[/TR]
[TR]
[TD="width: 150"][/TD]
[TD="width: 3"]•[/TD]
[TD="colspan: 2"]BEFORE STARTING
1. ALWAYS test first on a small, unseen area of the item to ensure that the acetone will not discolor or adversely affect the fabric.
2. NEVER use a dining room table or any finished surface as a work area as acetone will strip off the finish. Cover your work area with plastic or newspaper.[/TD]
[/TR]
[TR]
[TD="width: 150"][/TD]
[TD="width: 3"]•[/TD]
[TD="colspan: 2"]BE CAREFULL!
1. Acetone is a FLAMMABLE solvent and should always be kept away from heat, open flames, lighted cigarettes, and other sources of ignition.
2. Keep acetone out of reach of children.
3. Wear eye protection.
4. Work in a well ventilated area[/TD]
[/TR]
[TR]
[TD="width: 150"][/TD]
[TD="width: 3"]•[/TD]
[TD="colspan: 2"]REMOVING FABRI-TAC
Step 1: Remove of much of the dried Fabri-Tac as you can by using your fingernail, a spoon or butter knife.
Step 2: Wet a small portion of the rag with acetone. Slowly rub the wet rag directly onto the adhesive to be removed. Wet & turn the rag often to keep it from drying out.
Step 3: The wet rag will soften & liquefy the glue. This will be a slow process. Gently peel off any blobs of glue you see and discard.[/TD]
[/TR]
[TR]
[TD="width: 150"][/TD]
[TD="width: 3"]•[/TD]
[TD="colspan: 2"]DO NOT DIP THE GARMENT OR FABRIC INTO THE ACETONE! This will make the glue more difficult to remove and may permanently damage the fabric!
Some individuals may be sensitive to acetone’s smell. If you or anyone near you dislikes the smell, immediately discontinue the removal process[/TD]
[/TR]
[TR]
[TD="width: 150"][/TD]
[TD="width: 3"][/TD]
[TD="colspan: 2"]CUSTOMER SERVICE: Signature Crafts, 1-800-865-7238[/TD]
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