How to Peel off the sticker on the surface of stainless steel (stainless steel)

Stainless steel (stainless steel) is often used in the construction and upholstery of kitchen appliances for a beautiful appearance. If you have an object made of stainless steel, you probably know it’s easier to leave fingerprints and dirt than other materials. Glue is one of the most difficult stains to clean on stainless steel, because the stainless steel surface can be damaged when you scrape it. Most glues are oil-soluble rather than water-soluble, so water-based cleaners are not very effective. You can use cooking oil to remove stickers and use vinegar to clean and polish stainless steel surfaces.

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Rub oil on the sticker

Try to peel off the sticker on the stainless steel surface. Before using oil to clean the glue, you should first try to peel off the sticker as much or as much while the label is dry. Use your hand to pick up the edge of the label and slowly peel it off. Continue peeling until there is no more peeling.

If the sticker that’s been peeled off breaks, pry open the other side and try to peel it off again.

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Cover the work surface with newspaper. Newspaper can not be covered in all cases, such as when peeling a sticker on the surface of a refrigerator. But if you work on a desk, use newspaper to shield it from dirt, as oil can stain some surfaces.

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Place the stainless steel item close to the work surface, if possible. This will prevent liquid from spilling. Be careful when placing this item on a flat surface. If it’s a kitchen appliance like a toaster, be sure not to balance on a raised part. If you place the item in this way, it may tilt and spill.

Drizzle some mineral oil, baby oil, or olive oil in a corner of the towel. Don’t dip the whole towel in the oil; You should just pour the oil on the towel to spread the oil just enough. You can use cloth or paper towels. If using paper towels, fold several layers to increase absorption.

Dab or spray oil on the sticker and wait for it to absorb. Be sure to coat the sticker with oil. This is important to help the oil seep into the edge of the label, where the glue adheres best. Wait a few minutes for the oil to infuse, but no more than 5 minutes. This time depends on the area and the stickiness of the glue. ^{[1] X Research Source}

Try spraying cooking oil on the sticker, such as Pam oil.

Michelle Driscpl, MPH

Founder of Mulberry Maids

Michelle Driscpl is the owner of Mulberry Maids in Cporado. Driscpl received his Master’s degree in Public Health from the Cporado School of Public Health in 2016.

Michelle Driscpl, MPH
Founder of Mulberry Maids

The cooking oil method is most effective on painted metal surfaces. Be very careful with the painted surface, depending on the type of paint and the fragility of the paint. Waiting for the label to absorb the oil longer is a safe option. Stronger methods such as acetone and Goo-Gone products can strip paint on metal surfaces.

Use an oil-soaked cloth to clean the adhesive on the stainless steel surface. Once absorbed into the glue, the oil will dislodge the sticker and its adhesive. You can then scrub the label clean. ^{[2] X Research Source} Rub along the “grain” line of the glossy layer on the stainless steel surface. Failure to do so may result in damage to the metal surface.

To find ridges, tilt the stainless steel surface away from your body until it catches the light. You should see vertical or horizontal veins light up. Rub along these ridges.

Apply another coat of oil if glue remains. Wait about 5 minutes, then wipe it with an oil-soaked cloth. This step is only necessary when the glue stain is particularly stubborn.

Use an oil-soaked cloth to wipe the stainless steel surface. The oil will help you wipe away fingerprints and other stains. Be sure to scrub along the grain of the steel to make the process easier.

Use heat and coconut oil

Use an open flame to heat the sticker. If you want to peel off the sticker on a light item, you can heat it on an open flame, aiming at the label. If using this method to remove a label on an object that is difficult to lift, you must bring the flame close to the sticker. Heat on the sticker for about 30 seconds, remember to heat the entire area of the label evenly. ^{[3] X Research Sources}

You can use lighters, candles or matches to create flames.
Don’t worry if you have black stains appear on the stainless steel surface. As long as you don’t leave it on for too long, the stains will be easily removed.

Peel off the sticker with alcohol

Dab rubbing alcohol on a tissue and apply it to the sticker. The rubbing alcohol will soak from the tissue to the sticker and dissolve the glue. You only have to wait a few minutes for the alcohol to take effect. ^{[6] X Research Sources}

Use a paper towel to rub the sticker. After the alcohol soaks into the sticker, most of the glue will dissolve. The sticker will most likely come off easily. Scrub the sticker with a paper towel and you’ll remove most of it. ^{[7] X Research Sources}

Use your fingernails to scrape off any remaining glue. Remember to scrape in the direction of the grain on the stainless steel surface. If you do not do so, the stainless steel surface may lose its shine, even be scratched. Thanks to the alcohol, you can easily scrape off what’s left of the sticker. ^{[8] X Research Sources}

Steel cleaning and polishing

Dip a corner of the cloth in vinegar and wipe the stainless steel surface. Remember to wipe the entire stainless steel surface to remove all the olive oil. You will find distilled white vinegar to be very effective in cleaning and polishing stainless steel. ^{[9] X Research Source}

Wipe the steel surface with a cloth dipped in warm water. In this step, you should soak it in water. The water will help you clean up any remaining oil or vinegar. Remember to wipe in the direction of the “grain” of the steel.

Use a dry cloth to wipe the steel surface dry. Make sure not to leave any water on the steel surface, as it will leave streaks afterwards.

Advice

Regularly clean stainless steel items to prevent the surface from tarnishing or being corroded by dust, salt, milk or foods with high acid content.
Always dry stainless steel to prevent mineral deposits or surface spots.
You can use WD-40 oil to clean the stains, applying the steps in the cooking oil method.
Try using a kitchen cleaner. Oven Cleaner products are very effective at removing glue residues from metal and leaving the surface much cleaner than before.

Warning

Never use steel rods or abrasive sponges to scrub stainless steel surfaces.
Avoid using abrasive solutions to clean stainless steel, such as cleaning solutions containing benzene or bleach.

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