Candyguy Posted February 17, 2019 Share Posted February 17, 2019 Hi guys, What is the best stuff to use to clean dirty plastic globes? I've tried using solutions such as goo-gone, but it actually makes it worse by leaving a fog on the globe. What is your best advice? Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gumball guy Posted February 17, 2019 Share Posted February 17, 2019 To remove sticky residue from globes I always use isopropyl alcohol. It is great on removing old tape and sticker remnants without damaging the globe and it is non toxic. Once I am done i use a clean damp rag to wipe the inside clean. Couple of notes.........it will still require alot of elbow grease for some stickers. Paper based stickers (front of the stick tears off and leaves most of the sticker behind) will need several applications and don't be afraid to use ample amounts of alcohol. You can also pour the alcohol on it and let it sit for a couple hours. The toughest thing to remove are certain types of scotch tape. You will need to try to peel as much as you can, apply, peel again, apply, peel again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Candyguy Posted February 17, 2019 Author Share Posted February 17, 2019 I've attached the globe I'm trying to clean up below. I've already did an intial hot water and dish soap clean and am still left with a dirty residue. To get this globe shining again like new, is the isopropyl alcohol the best thing to use? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
orsd Posted February 17, 2019 Share Posted February 17, 2019 https://www.tapplastics.com/product/plastics/cleaners_polishes/novus_plastic_polishes/428 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gumball guy Posted February 17, 2019 Share Posted February 17, 2019 1 hour ago, Candyguy said: I've attached the globe I'm trying to clean up below. I've already did an intial hot water and dish soap clean and am still left with a dirty residue. To get this globe shining again like new, is the isopropyl alcohol the best thing to use? Been using it for years especially for candy/gumball machines where you have to be careful about using cleaning chemicals inside the globe (obviously not a concern with this unit). If it is a sticky residue it should work and if it doesn't you are out about $3.00 bucks. Also it is available at any pharmacy or grocery store. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Candyguy Posted February 17, 2019 Author Share Posted February 17, 2019 Thanks. I'm definitely going to try that stuff Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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