If you are a craftsman, you are certainly familiar with the functions and benefits of hot glue. However, hot glue sticking to a hard cloth or surface may be difficult for you. Also, the technique for removing hot glue will depend on where the glue is attached. Luckily, there are a few easy ways to get rid of the hot glue sticking!
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Method 1 of 3: Removing Hot Glue from Fabrics and Hard Surfaces
Step 1. Drop a small amount of rubbing alcohol on a wooden or cloth surface to avoid damaging it
Some polished fabrics and wood may fade if alcohol is added. By dripping a small amount of alcohol on the surface, you can observe how it reacts to the alcohol.
Step 2. Allow the glue to dry completely
By doing this, you will be able to remove them more easily because the glue has turned into lumps instead of liquid. Hot glue will generally dry quickly.
You can check if the glue has dried using a toothpick. When the glue has hardened and isn't sticking to the toothpick, it's completely dry
Step 3. Wet a cotton swab with 70% isopropyl alcohol and then wipe it on the glue that sticks
The alcohol will react with the glue and make it less sticky. Wait a few moments for the glue to become non-sticky.
- Most isopropyl alcohol contains 70% pure isopropyl, and some may contain 91% isopropyl. You can use any isopropyl alcohol.
- You can also use 100% acetone or an acetone-containing nail polish remover as an alternative.
Step 4. Peel off the glue using your fingers or a knife
If glue is stuck between two objects, you may have to pull on one of the objects before removing the glue. You may need to rub more alcohol when peeling off the glue.
Don't just use your fingernail to peel off the glue. Use your entire finger or knife
Step 5. Clean the surface with water
Once the glue has peeled off, clean the surface with water to remove any excess glue and alcohol. Allow the surface of the object to dry before use.
Method 2 of 3: Remove the Hot Glue from the Skin
Step 1. Wet the glue in cold running water for 10 minutes
This can help cool the glue so it doesn't burn too badly. Alternatively, you can also cool the glue with ice if the heat isn't too painful.
- If you can't use running water, soak the glued area in a bowl of cold water for 10-15 minutes.
- Massage the glue-affixed area with your finger while wetting it with running water. This can help remove the outer layer of glue.
Step 2. Wait for the glue to dry completely
If you try to remove the glue while it's still hot and melted, the heat will be more piercing and painful. The glue may harden faster if it is cooled with ice.
Step 3. Wet a cotton ball with olive oil and then apply it on the glue
This can help loosen the glue stuck to the skin and transfer it to the cotton ball. You can also use alcohol, but it may sting if it hits a burn caused by hot glue.
- Repeat this process until all of the glue has loosened. Use more olive oil or alcohol if necessary.
- If there is no change, rinse the olive oil and alcohol that sticks to the skin and then immediately consult a doctor.
Step 4. Remove all the glue sticking from the skin
The glue will be easily removed and will no longer stick to the skin. Be careful when removing the glue so that the hair in the area is not pulled.
Do not remove the glue with your fingernail or other objects as this will make the burn more painful
Step 5. Wet the glued area with running water
This can help remove any remaining glue and cool the burned skin area. Make sure there is no olive oil or alcohol remaining on the skin.
You can apply vinegar to the burned area to help relieve the pain. After that, you can rinse the skin with water or leave it on
Step 6. Apply antibiotics and then apply a bandage
Apply the antibiotic to the entire burn area and cover it with a sterile bandage or gauze, depending on the size of the wound. You can also take pain medication sold in pharmacies if necessary.
- If the burn still hurts after 2 days, see a doctor immediately.
- The burn area may be blistered. Do not squeeze or irritate the burn so it can heal faster.
- Change the bandage or gauze and reapply the antibiotic if necessary.
Method 3 of 3: Cleaning the Glue from the Carpet
Step 1. Place the cloth over the glue
Hot glue will stick to the fabric more easily than the carpet. Make sure the cloth used can be removed after the glue has been removed.
Step 2. Heat the iron to medium temperature then place it on the cloth covering the glue
Make sure you press the iron on the glue. Do not move the iron back and forth to prevent the glue from spreading on the carpet.
Wear gloves when handling cloth and iron. The cloth that is exposed to the iron will have a high enough temperature and feel hot to the touch
Step 3. Make sure the glue is fully attached to the fabric
Carefully place the iron and then lift the fabric from the carpet. If the glue doesn't lift completely, prepare a new cloth and repeat the process. If this method does not remove the glue that has stuck to it, contact a carpet specialist to help you.
Step 4. Clean the glued area with a carpet cleaner
After removing the glue, clean the glued surface with a carpet cleaner. This is done to remove the remaining glue that is still attached.
If you don't have a carpet cleaner, you can also clean the carpet with water
Warning
- Wear gloves when cleaning hot glue. This is done so that the skin is not irritated due to exposure to alcohol or oil.
- If you've removed the glue from your skin but the pain doesn't go away after 2 days, see a doctor immediately.
- Wear gloves when handling the iron to avoid burning your hands.
