Pattern Removal - Scroll Saw Woodworking & Crafts Message Board

tnirish · 03-16-2009, 04:20 PM

I have completed the Easter Cross I had to use spray adhesive to apply the pattern and it was on there longer than I typically leave them. I am having a hard time getting the pattern off.

I tried wetting it with acetone but didn't have much luck. What does everyone else do.

Thanks

utbva · 03-16-2009, 04:26 PM

I found that a hot air gun works pretty well and then just a touch up with mineral spirits to get the last litte bit of adhesive off. BTW

Mike Crosa · 03-16-2009, 04:27 PM

Have you tried a hair dryer? I find that sometimes this will work. If it still won't come off, try soaking it with mineral spirits. That usually will do it.

wood-n-things · 03-16-2009, 05:43 PM

tnirish,

If you have mineral spirits. Just dab some on the trouble areas and let it set for a few minutes it will lift right off. I just use a spray bottle and mist it on the trouble areas. Works like a charm.

Marsha · 03-16-2009, 05:52 PM

I pop it in the micro-wave oven, 45 seconds on high and the pattern will peel right off. A bit of goo-gone and the glue residue wipes completely off. The only wood I've ever had a problem with is oak, the glue seems to seep right into the grain of oak and it is a PITA to get the pattern off, anyway you try.
Just my 2¢ worth
Marsha

jblock9907 · 03-16-2009, 06:38 PM

I go with the hot air gun and mineral spirits. Works great for me. Never tried the microwave, will have to give it a shot.

Barefoot1 · 03-16-2009, 07:09 PM

Mineral spirits is the way to go, quick and easy. Just let it sit for about 30 seconds.

jigsue · 03-16-2009, 08:40 PM

Hi

I agree with the above, but just a tip - many of us use cheap masking or painters tape prior to sticking the pattern on. If you buy the cheap tape it comes off easily and leaves no residue.

Sue

Anneh · 03-16-2009, 10:39 PM

I don't know if this is where this belongs but thought I'd add my 2 Cents. I bought a roll of contact paper and trace the pattern onto that- then peel off the back and stick it on the wood There's no problem when it's removed from the wood and it stays real tight when cutting and there's no mess with the spray adhesive.
Does anyone else do this?
Anne

wjbclocks1 · 03-16-2009, 11:35 PM

I use a rubber cement thinner which you can find at most crafts supply store like Michels or an ACMore ,also a art supply store.
it works fast and clean.

03-16-2009, 04:20 PM	#1
tnirish Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Bell Buckle, Tennessee Posts: 36	Pattern Removal I have completed the Easter Cross I had to use spray adhesive to apply the pattern and it was on there longer than I typically leave them. I am having a hard time getting the pattern off. I tried wetting it with acetone but didn't have much luck. What does everyone else do. Thanks

03-16-2009, 04:26 PM	#2
utbva Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Centerville, Utah Posts: 840	I found that a hot air gun works pretty well and then just a touch up with mineral spirits to get the last litte bit of adhesive off. BTW __________________ Bill I have an RBI Hawk 220-3 VS

03-16-2009, 04:27 PM	#3
Mike Crosa Land Locked Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Ocala, FL Posts: 1,694	Have you tried a hair dryer? I find that sometimes this will work. If it still won't come off, try soaking it with mineral spirits. That usually will do it. __________________ Mike C. Hawk G4

03-16-2009, 05:43 PM	#4
wood-n-things Behave Yourself..I can't. Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Right here ---silly Posts: 4,471 Blog Entries: 1	tnirish, If you have mineral spirits. Just dab some on the trouble areas and let it set for a few minutes it will lift right off. I just use a spray bottle and mist it on the trouble areas. Works like a charm. __________________ The Mike One of them anyway. Don't be so open-minded. Your brains will fall out!

03-16-2009, 05:52 PM	#5
Marsha Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Hamilton Ontario Posts: 1,225	I pop it in the micro-wave oven, 45 seconds on high and the pattern will peel right off. A bit of goo-gone and the glue residue wipes completely off. The only wood I've ever had a problem with is oak, the glue seems to seep right into the grain of oak and it is a PITA to get the pattern off, anyway you try. Just my 2¢ worth Marsha __________________ LIFE'S SHORT, USE IT WELL

03-16-2009, 06:38 PM	#6
jblock9907 Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Beaumont, CA Posts: 44	I go with the hot air gun and mineral spirits. Works great for me. Never tried the microwave, will have to give it a shot.

03-16-2009, 07:09 PM	#7
Barefoot1 Wood Mauler Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: South Jordan Utah Posts: 822	Mineral spirits is the way to go, quick and easy. Just let it sit for about 30 seconds. __________________ Thomas The Barefoot Scroller ~ Thomas@barefootwoodworks.com www.barefootwoodworks.com

03-16-2009, 08:40 PM	#8
jigsue Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Norfolk, UK Posts: 896	Hi I agree with the above, but just a tip - many of us use cheap masking or painters tape prior to sticking the pattern on. If you buy the cheap tape it comes off easily and leaves no residue. Sue

03-16-2009, 10:39 PM	#9
Anneh Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Posts: 365	I don't know if this is where this belongs but thought I'd add my 2 Cents. I bought a roll of contact paper and trace the pattern onto that- then peel off the back and stick it on the wood There's no problem when it's removed from the wood and it stays real tight when cutting and there's no mess with the spray adhesive. Does anyone else do this? Anne

03-16-2009, 11:35 PM	#10
wjbclocks1 Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: 211	I use a rubber cement thinner which you can find at most crafts supply store like Michels or an ACMore ,also a art supply store. it works fast and clean.

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