Old Adhesive removel from painted deck

[kryg]

I have just spent the day successfully removing the old non slip rubber deck covering with an oscillating cutting tool.
Now I have left is old contact glue that needs removing without stripping the paint? the plan is to replace the old non skid with new cover. The hull and deck is painted Aluminum. I live in Sydney Australia, many US products are not available here.

Attached is a photo of part of my striped deck. has anyone had experience in glue remove solvents. I would like to avoid sanding the deck. I looked at Diggers Glue Rid, I suspect it removes paint as well.

Many thanks,

Kryg SV. Skoiern IV

[coopec43]

Would this work?

https://www.hunker.com/13415254/how-...e-it-has-cured

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IR_fqFuctOQ

[ttex]

Get a scraper and get busy.

[deltaten]

If you accept, from the first, that you will have to re-paint, you'll be better off all 'round !
Sorry....just the way it is.

[MV Wanderlust]

Just went through that in a small area, maybe 1/2 meter square. Tried several products but ended up sanding it down. Good luck. Let us know if you find something that works.

[WSMFP]

Will a heat gun soften it?

[kryg]

Originally Posted by coopec43

Would this work?

https://www.hunker.com/13415254/how-...e-it-has-cured

Thanks,


Possibly, however from my search this product is not available in Australia.

[kryg]

Originally Posted by WSMFP

Will a heat gun soften it?

it may, that is tomorrows task. Sanding does not work as it is soft rubber. I will let you know if I find a solution. Thanks

[Lodbrog1]

First find a compatible solvent that will soften the residue and not disrupt the paint. Awlgrip/craft or mono paints are different so you must identify. Mild heat softens nearly all adhesives but remember its a process of discovery. Plastic putty knives are generally more desirable than steel, they are softer than the substrate if your attempting to not re-coat. There will likely be a stain in the paint but this can sometimes be buffed out. Bon Vente

[Fore and Aft]

How about a vanilla wheel from Super Cheap Auto. They remove plastic stripes without damaging the paint underneath so maybe it will work?
https://www.supercheapauto.com.au/p/...el/365728.html
Cheers
“Where is GordMay?”

[kryg]

Originally Posted by Lodbrog1

First find a compatible solvent that will soften the residue and not disrupt the paint. Awlgrip/craft or mono paints are different so you must identify. Mild heat softens nearly all adhesives but remember its a process of discovery. Plastic putty knives are generally more desirable than steel, they are softer than the substrate if your attempting to not re-coat. There will likely be a stain in the paint but this can sometimes be buffed out. Bon Vente

Good advise, Logbrog, over time, I find adverting hype falls short on delivery. I took your advice and tried acetone turpentine mentholated spirits and gasoline. All failed, however I used Altex Paint thinner # 22 and # 25 and l placed a soaked face towel over the area for 10 mins, I was able to scrape the old glue off like jelly. see attached photos of after. plus product many thanks all. Kryg SV Skoiern IV.

[Simi 60]

Pretty sure toluene has worked for me in the past.

[thruska]

Originally Posted by kryg

it may, that is tomorrows task. Sanding does not work as it is soft rubber. I will let you know if I find a solution. Thanks

Try wd-40.
I’ve used lemon oil on adhesives before and it works.
Xylol or lacquer thinner or acetone ?
MEK will likely work but without knowing your paint product, it may dull the paint. Spot test.

[kryg]

Thank you - Good advise From Everyone, problem resolved !



I took Logbrog advice, over time, I find adverting hype falls short on delivery. I took your advice and tried acetone turpentine mentholated spirits and gasoline. All failed, however I used Altex Paint thinner # 22 and # 25 and l placed a soaked face towel over the area for 10 mins, I was able to scrape the old glue off like jelly. see attached photos of after. plus product many thanks all.


Kryg SV Skoiern IV.