Hi, I got a used laptop from an family member. It did have this this annoying sticker on it (see picture). Apparently for years already.

So, how can I remove it without scratching the metal body or leaving residue behind?

Edit: Having some problems with picture upload, but here’s a similar photo for reference: https://i.ytimg.com/vi/jDV7-ehqF38/maxresdefault.jpg

  • foggy@lemmy.world
    8·
    1 year ago

    Heat. Not a lot. But heat. Line a blow dryer.

    Then an exacto knife to separate the adhesive from the plastic/metal.

    Then googone to clean.

    Then alcohol wipes to finish.

      • ThoGot@lemm.ee
        2·
        1 year ago

        I find wd40 also works well for removing grease

        That’s what it’s made for after all

    • Zikeji@programming.devEnglish
      3·
      1 year ago

      A heat gun is also inexpensive and very useful. 3M mount you need to remove (and/or reuse)? Heat gun. Sticker? Heat gun. Frazzled threads on clothes? Heat gun. No time to properly blow dry? Heat gun! (the last one is a joke, don’t do that).

      • intensely_human@lemm.ee
        2·
        1 year ago

        Also the most satisfying thing is putting plastic over windows to winterize and erasing all the wrinkles with the heat gun.