How to Clean Up Crazy Glue From Zippers
Crazy Glue is the brand name for an ultra-strong adhesive used to bond nearly any two surfaces imaginable. The glue typically has a fast drying and curing time and, once hardened, it forms a cement-like bond. Crazy Glue does its job well, but a mistaken spill or a few misplaced drops of it can pose a problem.
The glue is removable from most any surface, including the teeth of a metal zipper, using household materials.
Things You Will Need
- Old toothbrush
- Acetone nail-polish remover
- Paper towel
- Plastic knife
- Clean cloth
Warning
Avoid spilling acetone onto recently dyed fabric as it may result in discoloring. Acetone will not damage most other fabrics.
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Dip an old toothbrush into a container of acetone nail-polish remover.
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Brush the acetone over the glued areas of the zipper. If the glue has seeped between the zipper's teeth, gently work the bristles of the brush into the crevices.
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Place a moist paper towel over the zipper to prevent the acetone from evaporating. Allow the acetone to permeate the glue and loosen its bond for 30 minutes to an hour.
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Scrape off the fragments of glue using the blade of a plastic knife.
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Open and close the zipper several times until it moves smoothly up and down the teeth. Wipe off any excess acetone with a clean cloth.
The Drip Cap
- Crazy Glue is the brand name for an ultra-strong adhesive used to bond nearly any two surfaces imaginable.
- The glue typically has a fast drying and curing time and, once hardened, it forms a cement-like bond.
- Dip an old toothbrush into a container of acetone nail-polish remover.
References
Writer Bio
Brandon Getty began writing professionally in 2008, with columns appearing in "Thrasher" magazine. He received a Bachelor of Arts in literature from the University of California, Santa Cruz, and lives in Stockton, Calif.
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