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    Vicky1953 Posts: 2, Reputation: 1
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    Nov 19, 2009, 01:27 PM
    Removing caulk adhesive from bathtub
    I want to recaulk my bathtub. I originally used "flexible plastic trim with adhesive backing". After pulling the old trim off, there is a sticky, adhesive residue left that I have been unable to remove.

    I have tried a scraper, but this stuff is so gooey, it just bunches up. I have tried alcohol, too. I wanted to use some method that doesn't involve chemicals with hazardous fumes, but I'll try anything now!!

    Help me, please!! Thank you for any help!!

    Vicky:confused:
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    Nov 19, 2009, 01:52 PM

    Start with mineral spirits, then Goof Off working your way up to laquer thinner. Goof off should do it if mineral spirits doesn't http://www.goof-off.com/
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    Nov 19, 2009, 03:12 PM
    Thank you very much for your quick replies. I'm off to Home Depot!

    Vicky
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