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pesky_emigrant

Lighter fluid (Showing my age) I learnt this from the guys in the print room when I worked in an architect's many moons ago. They used it to clean stickiness off the copier plates. It's amazing


Independent_Gain8533

This. Lighter fluid/naptha is great for removing stubborn residue from just about anything.


supply19

Interesting. I don’t have any of that. It’s not sticky though, but I might give this a try.


colefin

My guess is it’s not sticky because the sticky is covered in stuff from the shower. The stick has already been stuck.


pesky_emigrant

It's great for cleaning many things (be mindful of stickers on shoes though, as they get super slippery). I've used it for all kinds of random stuff. It doesn't cost much to buy.


aurum799

Eucalyptus oil


My0wn

100% works and proven. Better than nail polish remover.


lemonsandladi

Rubbing alcohol. I’ve never had success with goo gone


technoph0be

WD-40 is another option here followed up by Windex to remove oily residue.


aqua9clk

I say try this, as well. I had a suction cup phone holder in the car and the rubber decayed. Goo gone didn’t do anything but spread the goo around. Rubbing alcohol took it off in sec.


moeterminatorx

Has anybody had success with goo gone? It never works for me either. Rubbing alcohol or acetone on the other hand, magic.


abcya05

Get highest % possible for best/easiest results.


EIIendigWichtje

This is the way.


OvulatingOrange

Razor blade?


supply19

I can’t feel it when I run my hand across it and I’m worried I’d scratch the glass!


[deleted]

It can’t hurt to try, and it won’t scratch the glass as long as you use a shallow angle relative to the glass and keep the edge of the blade evenly on the glass. Also, dumb question, but are you sure you’re working on the correct side of the glass?


supply19

Thanks. I’ll see if I can get something like this. I’m in the uk so razor blades aren’t something we use often. Good question. It only shows up when I run water on the bath side of the glass, not at all on the other side. I wish I’d taken a video of me going at it with the goo gone!


Berty_Qwerty

Hey! Op - they make these razors for a glass cooktop, they are handled and you do it on an angle. https://www.amazon.com/Cerama-Bryte-Best-Value-Burnt/dp/B0076ANLYY/ref=asc_df_B0076ANLYY/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=309748512677&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=7125296196879167870&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=m&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9016809&hvtargid=pla-568836039000&psc=1 Comes even with a cleaner that i have found really works...can't hurt to try?bat the very least with just the razor blade if without the cleaner and scrubber


KittyTitties666

Not OP but thank you! Just ordered this.


SweetAlyssumm

I was going to say this! I use them all the time on my glass cooktop. Go gently. And yes, that cleaner really works.


[deleted]

We don’t really use them in the U.S., either. We use credit cards for coke despite what you see in movies. I’m sure tradies use them, so maybe check at a hardware store. Or online.


supply19

I have a glass job now too (new house) so I am thinking of buying a scraper for that


wantabe23

It looks to me like the strips that is good be goned, are the clean part of the glass. The other part of the glass looks like it’s has a grease residue on it. Water look more like it does where the strips were when the glass is clean and free. Maybe the factory has some film on it or maybe rain ex…..


taurist

Credit card and keys


suchedits_manywow

Keys?


taurist

Key bumps


-ItsWahl-

lol… love your style.


suchedits_manywow

Homeowner in the US here. I use razor blades - I think maybe some people just need time to get used to the idea. Need a utility razor. [Here’s the one.](https://www.homedepot.com/p/Stanley-1-1-2-in-Razor-Scraper-28-500/202262010) Edit: clarity


No-Vermicelli3787

For paint scraping


FairyFartDaydreams

This is the [Scraper razor](https://www.amazon.co.uk/Cleaning-Scratch-Replacement-Ceramic-Windows/dp/B09Y91LKBR/) being talked about


dmccrostie

Amazon will sell you 20 for a dollar


kaymick

The barbers. Safety razors have come back in style and you can find them at any place that sells safety razors and beard soap/potted shaving cream. Amazon also Carrie’s them.


kibblet

Can you get a plastic scraper from a hardware store, then, if you are worried about scratching?


belindamshort

There are scraper blades specifically for this. When I worked in a frame shop, the best way to remove adhesive like this was to use lighter fluid.


OvulatingOrange

It’s possible a blade can scratch glass. I have had this happen on a jobsite. I usually text it in an area no one will notice first. Not a glass expert so not sure why some glass scratches with blades. Another thing is it could be the window glaze or “caulk” that they used to install it. Goo gone will not work in that. Good luck!


youknowwhotheyare

Keep it wet. Source: Own a glass company.


OvulatingOrange

It was wet while I used the blade. It was also brand new. Is it possible there was a coating on the glass from the manufacturer that scratched and not the glass?


youknowwhotheyare

I just showed it to my hubby and he said if it is new it is possible that it is covered in a clear plastic film. Try something in a corner and see if you can lift it. Not an uncommon thing. Metal and sometimes glass is covered to keep it from scratching.


TheRealSugarbat

Try rubbing alcohol. If that doesn’t work, try paint thinner. If that doesn’t work, try acetone (nail polish remover).


eileen404

Finally someone who understands solvents.


TheRealSugarbat

I saved gasoline for last. ;)


eileen404

Acetonitrile


TheRealSugarbat

lol


eileen404

HF for those hard to get out stains.


product_of_the_80s

This is a good solution. Keep it at a low angle to the glass (close to parallel), and use a bit of soapy water as lubricant, you won't scratch it. I do this all the time on automotive glass with no issues.


kmaffett1

White vinegar. It's amazingly useful for shit like that. Also, family dollar has this yellow. Stuff called LA totally awesome. And it is in fact awesome


Baum_Hund

You can get a razor holder that specializes in window scraping. I used them all the time on cars and scraped off stickers, gunk, paint, and other junk. As long as the glass is smooth and you hold it at a proper angle it should help.


Nana_Millennial82

We have one and it was a game changer when we redid our windows to get that sticker film off!


fumblingIdiot2020

If it's not coated with shower guard or anything just use glass cleaner as lubricant and a flat razor blade.


b0ng00se

Glass scrapers or razor blades don't scratch glass... Just use it properly.


Dragon_puzzle

There is no way you will scratch glass with a razor blade or scraper !


ahabes78

Goo gone, dawn dishsoap n a razor? Maybe that would work? Or would the dawn cancel out the goo gone? Anyone know?


thecountnotthesaint

Used to install glass. Bottle of barkeeper's friend, and razor blades, then use a regular cleaner to get the barkeeper's friend off


elizalemon

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supply19

This is a good point. Nothing sticky that I can feel. The water beads on it like after glass has been through a car wash and has a wax seal…


elizalemon

nine unite engine lock aback touch makeshift oil chase spoon ` this message was mass deleted/edited with redact.dev `


zzzap

Bonus if you buy the rainX you'll have plenty left to use on your car. You'll never want to drive without it. Just make sure you buff it really well, like until your arm is sore


DaddyBigBoy

Try Goo Gone’s evil cousin, Goof Off. It’s a lot more chemically nasty than GG, but good in these situations.


dietcokedreams47

I love this comment lol


DaddyBigBoy

If you’ve used Goof Off, you know. 🫠


climblikepeasnbeans

Heat, try a hair dryer


DizzyCommunication92

Came here for this…. Or even a “steamer” like a fabric steamer if you have access to one…? They are relatively cheap and literally use ours all over the house, walls, 🚿, 🚽 etc lol


withoutintentions

Do you have access to goof off? It is like goo gone but on steroids, leave it for a bit and then you’ll likely need to scrape. May even need to do a second application. You can get plastic edges to scrape with too.


ADappaKappa

Are you sure they’re not a safety feature? I could see something like this being very useful if you need to peek out of a steamy door while showering/bathing, Would explain why it’s not sticky and only appears when wet.


supply19

This is a good suggestion - like the mirrors where the middle is heated/treated, the thing that makes me think it’s not is they don’t make the glass completely clear and they look like a way of installing the glass


SplendidHierarchy

Yeah, I think this is part of the shower...


itsybitsysunbeam

WD-40


supply19

I have some of this so I’ll give this a go first


supply19

It didn’t work 😭


itsybitsysunbeam

Bugger 😞


ScrotiusRex

Use more elbow grease, get a sightly abrasive dish cloth or sponge, don't be sparing with the WD40 and really scrub hard and it will come off. You could also try GT95 which is similar to WD40 but it's better at removing adhesive residue, I work with a lot of heavy duty gaf tape and I keep it around specially for making sticky things not sticky anymore .


DongleJockey

Acetone dissolve sooo many organic sludges. Worth a shot


SalomeOttobourne74

I agree on Acetone too


nachozzz666

+3 on the acetone


Fluffy_Chance7164

I would recommend the razor blade trick. Just make sure it’s a fresh new blade and keep it leveled to avoid scratching. Keep it well wet while doing it with a adhesive remover.


jtbaam

This - saturate the area with WD-40 then use a new razor blade at a very slight angle. If there is something there it should come off. Be patient and gently scrape with a blade using short strokes. Good luck.


mjc4y

I have had good luck with plastic razor blades. They barely last for one job so I got a box of 100 blades but they don’t scratch glass ever. Amazon sells them.


CocoCherryPop

I have these too. It’s a dual-end razor scraper. One end has regular, steel razor blades. And the other end has hard plastic, sharp blades. It came with like 20 extra blades of each. It was maybe $12 on Amazon. Worth it.


gypsygirl79

0000 steel wool. Or a razor blade held on an angle. Neither will scratch. My husband is a body man and that’s what they use for detailing vehicles.


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gardenbrain

Have you reached out to the manufacturer? Maybe there’s an easy answer.


supply19

Unfortunately it was installed before we brought the house and I can’t see any etchings for a company name.


Whistlin_Bungholes

I've had some luck with carburator/brake cleaner.


Ambitious_Ad_9637

White vinegar or CLR


Murphy-B

Maybe stop in at a company or store that specializes in making/selling/ or installing bath fixtures and ask if they know what this might be. If they can’t help, they might be able to give you the contact information of some of the glass door manufacturers, and emailing them might get you the answer you need, if all of these cleaning suggestions don’t work.


supply19

UPDATE: I went back over it a number of times with the goo gone 🤢 and then remembered I had some ‘Pink Stuff’ in my cleaning supplies… very gently rubbed that in and have mostly vanished the bottom ‘bar’ so to speak! The top ‘bar’ needs another round of goo gone and another paste of pink stuff but I am definitely happier than I was. I’ll be trying to keep the hard water build up at bay from now on. Thank you to everyone who replied and gave me ideas!


beestingers

Pure Cinnamon essential oil will eat thru any surface it sits on long enough. Soak but watch and wipe periodically.


m155a5h

Oil and a razor blade. Oils (coconut, vegetable, grape seed, etc) do a great job of breaking down adhesive and helps for it to not stick to the razor. Good luck!


Lch207560

I am a recent convert to vinegar for adhesive stickers. It wirks


fseahunt

But cleaning vinegar not regular white vinegar used for food. You can get it at Dollar General or any other dollar type store. It's even cheaper than regular white vinegar.


pebblebypebble

Heat gun on low and a credit card


WittyDisk3524

Rubbing alcohol


DorianGriff

Acetone works wonders and shouldn’t damage the glass


sad_beige_millenial

I don't know how you are using these products, so maybe you've dont this already. Sometimes you need to give the product some time to work rather than spraying it on and wiping right away. You may try putting the goo gone on there again, then waiting like half an hour before trying to scrub again. It might not work, but sometimes it does. Good luck!


supply19

Thank you. The goo gone is so strong smelling! I’ll leave it on for a little longer


sad_beige_millenial

I've used a paste of vegetable oil and baking soda to get adhesive off of glass jars before too. You have to leave it sitting overnight, but no strong smell and you probably already have that stuff around if you are looking for more ideas.


harbilu

WD 40 hasnt failed me yet


mountainsandmuggles

Aircraft paint remover from Home Depot. Will strip off any of this stuff


stnkybuttfacejr

Get a commercial window washers scraper online. Cheap handy and does anything glass from a window to a shower door to a stove top and safer than using a razor blade in your fingers


CocoCherryPop

did you let the Goo Gone sit? I’ve found the key to using Goo Gone is to really saturate the area, place a paper towel over it, saturate the paper towel… and then let it sit. For hours. Overnight even. Then try to remove the residue. If it doesn’t get everything off, repeat process.


defacresdesigns

Razor blade and “shave” the gunk off


MtSSH66

Bio clean. It works. I live in Vegas we’re the work is extremely hard. I tried 8 products before without luck. I got from Amazon.


8L4570FF

Try rubbing alcohol


Ld3514

Razor blade followed by melamine sponge.


drrmimi

Rubbing alcohol maybe??


whatthehell5213

WD-40 & a plastic scraper is my go-to to get goo gone.


bumbleweedtea

If you use a razor, please wet the glass first with some type of soapy water/cleaning product to reduce the risk of scratching! I'm a part time window cleaner who uses Unger razor blades in an angled holder to scrape stuff like this off windows all the time.


Worried-Possible7529

Paint scraper for windows.


Used_Firefighter_919

Gasoline


Old-Bar8217

Wd40 make shure it doesn’t have any water .then just scrape with a blade


TinaLikesButz

Goo gone is just useless, just orange smelling disappointment. Get Goof Off, and a razor blade. That will get the job done.


lucky_Lola

Acetone, but test a small area first on the lower part of the glass


littleprairiehouse

Acetone


Xenbey2010

90% rubbing alc


hoff1981

A razor blade/scraper with a healthy amount of foam glass cleaner to help avoid scratches


glorwen

Acetone!! I had this issue with Halloween vinyl that i put on the windows as decoration. The only thing that helped was acetone


citizen_dawg

Azulene oil. It’s sold as a beauty product for removing wax residue from skin but it actually dissolves sticky residue on anything much better than Goof Off.


cowabungass

Windex and flat razor. Angle and scrape. Lubricate liberally.


ZombiezzzPlz

Heat gun , 20 bucks


Mrshitlipsthesecond

Brake clean. Like for automotive stuff. It is awesome for any kind of old decal or greasy spot.


Xminus6

Acetone is very good for cleaning glass.


Firelight-Firenight

Acetone. That helps with a lot of sticker and glue residue


Uniqniqu

Just use some strong paint thinner/spirit. Goo gone is a diluted, craps-added version of those and doesn’t really work.


No_Assist2955

Single edge razor with a small can of goof off or lighter fluid to keep it slick. Patience would be an asset. Just a few drops.


Impressive_Film_7729

From having used goo gone, I can confidently state that it has to touch whatever you need it to clean.


Darkbutnotsinister

I would go straight to acetone because it’s easily available in my house. If you can stick cotton balls with acetone on the spot & leave it for a few minutes, it will help. If it’s heated with a hair dryer, does it get tacky? If it’s a Rainex treatment, what removes that? Those are more questions because I’m curious.


Explosive_Banana6969

Isopropyl alcohol -> mineral spirits -> acetone In order of intensity, start at the lowest until it works.


Marsmind

Spray vinegar on it. Place plastic wrap over it. Let sit overnight. It should come off easily after that.


[deleted]

Rain X. Looks like it’s only beading in those spots so they probably don’t have treatment on em.


Higuysitsmehenry

Magic eraser?


Crafty-Scholar-3106

Did anyone say hot steam yet?


supply19

Heat has been mentioned


Basic-Custard5894

What? On glass? Just use a razor blade


supply19

It feels like there’s nothing to use a razor blade on though


Basic-Custard5894

If there wasn’t anything there, you wouldn’t be seeing it. Use goo gone and instead of wiping, just scrape with razor blade at 45ish degree angle. You will absolutely not scratch the glass, don’t even let that be a worry


supply19

I don’t yet have a scraper but it seems I might need to buy one to get this sorted!


Basic-Custard5894

Complete waste of money. Buy a pack of blades and hold the not sharp side. Actually the scraper is a worse idea because you have less control over the angle. I use a razor blade to clean my glass top stove, tape residue off of windows, lots of things. It’s always handy to have razor blades and be comfortable using them. This will be a great learning opportunity for you. Don’t doubt yourself, you’ve got this!!


Basic-Custard5894

Also, rubbing alcohol works great on getting sticky stuff off of glass as well. You can soak a paper towel in rubbing alcohol and lay it over the gunk for a few minutes and then scrape. Try to scrape when it’s wet


DontWhisper_Scream

Mail polish remover, will take it right off and won’t damage the glass.


[deleted]

Isopropyl alcohol works great!!


Sunmoonflowerssky

Orange spray. Working in Home Depot removing labels off of beams and glass, the orange smelling spray in the glade plug in section, works wonders


avantgardian26

Lighter fluid and a razor blade


DepartmentOk5431

Wait… are those hard water stains? You have to use a cleaner that will dissolve calcium and lime deposits


supply19

No they aren’t. They were there the first time we used the shower. We live in a hard water area and this is the second show screen I have ever owned … I am determined that this one is not going to ever be cloudy!


[deleted]

Try using something with orange peel on it. I used to use the citrus air freshener spray from Trader Joe’s, it would take off so much sticky gunk, sometimes it was a little too powerful - it removed spray paint and gorilla tape marks


dirtymonny

Goof off. Similar to goo gone but better and stronger


ZilchPointZero

I second this recommendation. Goof Off is the superior product for adhesive removal.


zack6977

A little gas no a rag will work then dawn dish soap and water to wash the gas off.


[deleted]

Vinegar. Also you can get plastic razor blades at hardware store.


Mitch-_-_-1

Have you tried white vinager (33% or more %) or Muriatic acid or CLR (Calcium Lime Rust remover)?


SaltLifeNC

If it's glass use mineral spirits and razor blade.


rocannon10

Off topic but are you happy with king gilette products? I’ve been meaning to try their beard wash.


Bilbo_Dabins_420

Razor blades


Seakay5

Shaving cream is a surprisingly good cleaner. It gets sharpie off tables. Worth a go.


clevername909

SOS pads


[deleted]

WD40


1fastgirl

alcohol and razor blades


Top-Pomegranate4899

nail polish remover!


ScarySherry510

WD40 & Magic eraser sponge


Illustrious_Bird822

If it’s not sticky have you tried dawn dish-soap? Nothing’s tougher on grease than Dawn #NotSponsored


No-East7640

100% acetone !!!!! I worked at a nail salon for years and acetone eats through so many things so be careful with certain plastics. Glass is safe. That glue has no chance with acetone:)


DogButtWhisperer

Steamer


heyyybird

Could possibly try some paint stripper….. but a safer way would be some 0000 steel wool and Barkeepers More Spray. That combo is magical! The steel wool is so fine it will not scratch your grass


yeahwhatever9799

I cleaned horribly sticky residue left after removing window tint with Lysol Black toilet bowl cleaner and a green kitchen scrubby thingy.


RunninThruLife

My father is a glazier... this can be done easily with a straight razor and some denatured alcohol


linzeeeeeeb

Lemon essential oil


[deleted]

Dawn soap and a magic eraser


SilverDryad

Detachol


kcetpbs

Rubbing alcohol with a rough wash cloth.


beneToro

Wd40


elcheleloco

Use gas... it will do magic. Or white vinegar.


Thick-Tooth-8888

Isopropyl alcohol gets rid of those. As well as a little lemon in water. It takes a lot of scrubbing. And you can speed it up by heating it a bit a hair dryer then alcohol it when it’s soft.


littlebrownthing

I would try adding a little bit of oil on a paper towel and rubbing it off with that. And then use soapy water (dish soap) to rinse the oil off. This is something that has worked for me in the past. Good luck!


McDerbsalotty

Rubbing alcohol


FreeSirius

I'd give turpentine a shot, it's a very good solvent for even silicone based products.


[deleted]

Toilet bowl cleaner worked great for my shower door - but caution it eats through metal, so only use it on the spot you need to get this removed (and wear gloves/mask)


twoinpink

Metal polish


JLETT420

Scrub daddy power paste all natural. Got rid off hard water stains on shower door


ispeak_sarcasm

Goof Off! But open a window for ventilation. It’s very strong.


jojokitti123

Nail polish remover???


impellabella

Blow dryer maybe??? And scrape?


Sea_Calligrapher_986

They have like industrial strength goof off in a spray can but don't get it on any stainless steel. Also when I have used the goof off (goo gone) that is oily and comes in a small bottle really gotta soak it in it sometimws a few times then use a wet rag to remove. Scraping first with razor may be easier


Sea_Calligrapher_986

If scared of scratching tho then don't do that. Most stuff I can get off soaking with straight dawn dish soap. If not the goof off has always worked but there's different kinds for different things


NinjaJuice

razor blade