How Do You Remove Decals From Any Metal, Plastic, Or Painted Surface?
removing decals from a metal, plastic or painted surface can be quite a challenge unless you know how to properly remove them. First, you will need to heat the decal or graphic with a heat gun or hair dryer. Don’t put the heat source to close to the decal or it will harm painted or plastic surfaces. I recommend about 1-3 inches away. Move the heat source back and forth over the decal slowly for about 15 seconds based on the size of the decal (the bigger the decal the longer you will need to heat it up). Next, slowly peel away a corner of the decal (top or bottom). As you do this, simultaneously use the heat source close the where you are peeling the decal to help reduce the adhesive bond of the decal until the decal is fully removed from the surface. If you do it right you will leave no residue from the adhesive behind. If there is adhesive residue left behind use the heat source over the adhesive and rub your finger over it to remove the rest of it but be careful because it takes a lo