masking tape residue

[queen 1954]

i used masking tape on my storage heater whilst decorating and left it on there too long.hence there is now a sticky mark all along it.does anyone how know i can remove this without scratching the heater.tried white spirit but as the heaters been used since and the mark has gone hard it didnt remove it thanks

[PatriciaH]

Try nail varnish remover : )

[chazza]

Make sure it is cool, then spray hairspray on it and rub it gently with a dry white cloth

[tezestwing]

Hi Queen Good old Turps Substitute should do the job hth Tez

[masterchef]

Try WD40

[Figi]

Nail varnish remover every time for me.

[heathfield]

WD 40 usually works. But masking tape can come with different adhesives, each having a different solvent.
There's a product called 'Sticky Stuff Remover' that's based on citrus oils that will work with all of them.
Because you've used your heater, you may have to spend some time rubbing!

[glenis]

i thought masking tape was easy to remove with plenty of hot soapy water and a sponge

[queen 1954]

many thanks for all your tips,think this is a great site theres lots of helpful people about.have tried nail varnish remover and got some of it off will certainly try the other methods too cheers