Removing Shower Door Glue From Tub

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Removing shower door glue from tub.

Heat it up with a blow dryer on high or your iron on high no steam with paper towels between the glue and the iron so you don t ruin the iron. When an adhesive hits the surface of the bathtub it has a tendency to streak or pool. Caulk removers are sold alongside caulk at most home improvement stores. Let that sit for a a few minutes then use single edge blade or metal caulk scraper to remove.

Test acetone in small quantities to check for damage to the fiberglass insert. Use your utility knife to break the seal between the frame and the walls and tub. Acetone nail polish remover will help dissolve the glue for easier removal. Scrub the area with a brush or plastic pad rinse then dry the surfaces with a clean.

Be sure to hold the knife parallel to the wall and tub not perpendicular. Treat with 100 mineral spirits paint thinner first. You don t want to leave cuts in the wall and tub surfaces you just want to separate the frame from the wall. Leave the paper towels to sit on the glue spot for several hours.

Spray a chemical caulk removal solvent onto the caulk to help soften it for removal. Apply caulk softener to the side rails of the door and remove the screws that hold it to the tile there are usually three screws on each side. Step 2 press the towel against the glue so that the paper towels stick to the shower. Soak paper towels in undiluted white vinegar.

Apply a thin layer of acetone to the glue. After the softener has worked for half an hour begin removing the caulk using a caulk removal tool and a razor blade holder. Acetone is used in industry to thin fiberglass resin. The smooth surface of the bathtub naturally makes it easy to clean.