how to remove sticker from car window

Use heat
Use adhesive remover
Use ice
Use razor

As much as we all want our car windows to be clean and sparkling, some stickers have to be there. Some helpful stickers such as the Salik tag in Dubai and others like 'New Driver' or 'Baby On board' do get end up on our car. Then there are stickers for customisation or personalisation purposes. Not to mention, sometimes children put cartoon stickers on car windows. In any case, removing stickers from car windows can be a daunting task.

If you don't know the right way to remove stickers from car, you might end up with a scratched or damaged glass. Here is a list of ways to remove stickers without damaging the glass.

Ways to Remove Stickers From Car Windows

We have put together some useful tips and tricks, that will help in removing the stickers from car windows without compromising the glass.

Use Heat

Removing car stickers diagonally — Always start from a corner and peel the window sticker off diagonally

Adhesives on stickers melt away when exposed to heat. Use a hairdryer to slowly remove this glue. You can even use a heat gun to do this job better. Turn on your hair dryer or heat gun to its highest setting for effective results. Make sure there is a safe distance between the machine and the glass surface.

The next step is to take an unused card, like an old ATM card. Place it under the sticker and slide it in from the corners. Repeat the procedure carefully and steadily.

Another alternative is to use hot, soapy water on the surface of the sticker. Repeat this procedure until you can feel the sticker's edges come off easily.

Use Adhesive Remover

You can also use an adhesive/paint remover available in the market under different brand names like Goo Gone. The right adhesive remover will protect the surface and remove the sticker by breaking down the glue bonds. The sticker will leave the surface within minutes.

All you have to do is apply on the sticker, wait for a few minutes, and then carefully remove the sticker with your hands. When buying, make sure you're using the right type as the chemical formula of adhesive removers varies for every surface type. This is one of the safest and quickest methods to remove stickers from car windows.

Use WD-40

WD-40 is a chemical with anti-rust properties. Like adhesive removers, WD-40 works like magic to remove stickers. Spray WD-40 on a sticker, just enough for it to get damp. Wait for a few minutes and remove the sticker gently. Use a wet cloth to wipe off the surface and remove the residues. This method may or may not work depending on the type of adhesive used in that sticker. For stubborn stickers, you can leave WD-40 on for a few hours before you can safely remove them.

Use Ice

Like heat, ice too can be used to remove stickers from glass. Just take a pack of ice and start icing the surface. Leave the ice pack there for 5 minutes and gently remove the sticker. Be very careful when using ice on the glass to avoid any damage to the glass. This method works well for children's stickers but might not be too effective on heavy-duty stickers used for advertisement.

Use a Razor

car stickers getting scraped — Wear protective gloves when using a sharp blade for sticker removal

You can use a blade to remove stickers from glass, but you need to be very careful.

Take a new and clean blade that is sharp enough to cut through boxes. If you have any doubt, clean the blade because dust or rust on it can cause scratches on the glass.

Use a microfiber cloth and glass cleaner to remove dirt and dust from the glass. Apply the glass cleaner on the sticker and leave it for a while. The cleanser will act as a lubricant and will allow the razor to work smoothly. Hold the razor at a 45-degree angle and move it from the sides to the centre carefully and gently. The razor blade will easily remove the sticker from the surface.

Once you have taken off the sticker, clean the blade and spray the affected area again. Slide the razor on the surface once more to remove any remaining particles. Use microfibre and soapy water to clean the surface.

Note: Never use this razor method on the inner side of a window, especially when you have tinted windows as it will damage the glass.

This sums up our guide of ways to remove the stickers from car windows. Whatever method you use to remove a sticker from a car's window, be very patient and careful. If you follow these tips and tricks, you can conveniently get rid of any unwanted sticker on the car's glass. Some methods are even good for advertisement stickers. If you are looking for a car with no stickers on the windows or body, browse through these used cars for sale in Dubai.

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