How to Remove Protective Film Before Use

How to Remove Protective Film Before Use
Published: Jul 10, 2010
Updated: Nov 20, 2021
1 minute read

Some products sold with protective film on them have no mention in the instructions of how it is supposed to be removed.

Things You Will Need

  • Credit card
  • Citrus cleaner (Goo Gone, Polyken)
  1. Look closely at the protective film for a tab or raised area that can be pulled.

  2. Separate a corner of the protective film from the smooth surface with the rounded edge of a credit card if the film doesn't have a pull tab.

  3. Pinch the lifted corner with your thumb and index finger and pull straight up to slowly peel the corner back.

  4. Push the long edge of the credit card into the crease between the protective film and the surface when the film gets difficult to pull away.

  5. Clean the smooth surface of any residual adhesive with a citrus cleaner after the protective film has been removed.

The Drip Cap

  • Many home appliances and electronics are sold with a sheet of protective film on an exposed surface.
  • Separate a corner of the protective film from the smooth surface with the rounded edge of a credit card if the film doesn't have a pull tab.

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