Proper way to remove sticker on exterior window?

[lancerplayer]

Can someone share the proper way to remove a sticker on an exterior window?

We recently added a new-to-us vehicle and the previous owner has some school stickers on the rear windshield that I would like removed.

Thanks in advance!

[GearHead_1]

I typically do it with a NEW single edge razor blade. I must emphasize new as a nick in one of these blades will scratch the glass. Do it carefully. I`ve also seen others recommend a plastic blade. I remove the adhesive with WD40 or 3M adhesive remover.

[jrock645]

Just get a straight edged razor and scrape under the corner until you pull it up. Be gentle as you can.

[The Driver]

goo gone, plastic razor blade and a pressure washer.

[JustJesus]

Heat the area with a heat gun or good blow dryer first. Try to peel it with your hand first. Blade next. I don`t believe I had to use a blade when I removed the vinyl numbers on my doors, or the stickers on the black glass.

Followed up with Goo Gone for the stubborn residue (only some spots).

[JustJesus]

*BACK* glass.

[Accumulator]

I`m a big fan of the plastic razor blade + Adhesive Remover, if only because it`s unlikely to do damage. IMO everybody oughta have both of those things on the shelf anhow.

But I once had to resort to the "heated razor blade" tool that`s made specifically for this job (bought a vehicle from a Sports Fan).

We *ARE* talking about the exterior surface, right? As opposed to the inner surface with the (in many/most cases) potentially vulnerable defroster element?

[JustJesus]

I`m a big fan of the plastic razor blade + Adhesive Remover, if only because it`s unlikely to do damage. IMO everybody oughta have both of those things on the shelf anyhow.

We *ARE* talking about the exterior surface, right?

Agreed. I do have a plastic razor blade now, but haven`t needed to use it.

I sure was talking about *exterior* - I wouldn`t take a blade to the inside by the defroster element.

[RaysWay]

I typically do it with a NEW single edge razor blade. I must emphasize new as a nick in one of these blades will scratch the glass. Do it carefully. I`ve also seen others recommend a plastic blade. I remove the adhesive with WD40 or 3M adhesive remover.

This is the method I use. New razor blade and 3M Adhesive Remover.

[Accumulator]

This is the method I use. New razor blade and 3M Adhesive Remover.

You have a can of the "pour version" or are you using the aerosol? I always think that the aerosol stuff would mean "overspray".

..talking about *exterior* - I wouldn`t take a blade to the inside by the defroster element.

Right. Though some backlights (actual name for the glass in question) have the defroster elements embedded in the glass such that it`s not an issue except for at the wiring connections.

[lancerplayer]

Thanks for the advice, everyone!

I had success using the following method:

1. Heat gun to warm up the sticker adhesive

2. Slowly peel off the sticker

3. Used a combination of isopropyl alcohol and Goo Gone to remove residue

4. Completed task by using Meg`s Quik Detailer

Can`t even tell there was a sticker there.

[Oldfordisbetter]

Glad it worked out great for you lancer! These guys gave you great suggestions on how to go about it.

[Lonnie]

Realizing that the Original Poster (OP) has successfully removed his stickers with a heat gun, IF you do decide to use plastic razor blades for scraping, it may behoove you to "round" (radius) the edges of the blade by sanding them on some wet-dry 1500 grit sandpaper. It may prevent an unsightly "scratch" from a sharp edge if your hand slips using a blade holder (a necessity for better ergonomics) while trying to scrape off a decal or sticker close to a painted surface. If you are brave enough to use metal single edge shaving blades, the same holds true (no pun intended!): radius the sharp edge slightly using wet-dry sandpaper. It`s an extension of the old adage, "An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure."

[Accumulator]

Lonnie- At first I wondered about your rounding on the plastic blades,but the more I thought about it the more sensible it sounded!

If I used mine with a blade-holder I bet it would`ve made more sense to me right off the bat, but I`ve hardly ever done that for some reason...maybe I oughta buy additional holders as I guess I just never want to bother removing the metal blades from the ones I have (I use `em on household glass/mirrors).

[4u2nvinmtl]

I did the same thing I did to remove the badges:

1. Heat gun or blow dryer to heat up the glue holding the sticker
2. Plastic Razor to lift the edge
3. Fishing line to cut the glue and remove the sticker
4. Goo Gone to remove the adhesive left
5. Glass cleaner or polish depending where the sticker is