Re: [Paddlewise] Removing decals from fiberglass kayaks

From: Gabriel L Romeu <romeug_at_erols.com>
Date: Sat, 10 Mar 2001 10:45:19 -0500
I use a contact adhesive remover, bestine, from the art supply store
that seems to be fairly innocuous, probably because of the small
quantities you need.
> 
> > Any ideas on how to remove [decals] without damaging the gelcoat?
> >
> Use a hair dryer or heat gun.  Works fine.  Work slowly and you won't have a
> lot of gunk to clean off as a second phase.  You'll have some, no matter what
> you do.  Try alcohol, and if that doesn't do it, work up to a heavy duty
> commercial adhesive remover.  Hardware stores will have that.  Goof-Off works
> well, too, but wipe it up right away.

> 


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