Sheilaz Posted November 23, 2007 Share Posted November 23, 2007 ....any ideas for a sure way to remove it? Someone told me to put it in the freezer, but it hasn't made a difference. It's not just one lump. More like wiping sticky fingers down skirt with thin trails of gum. The skirt is unwearable as it is, so thought I'd ask here! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karen & co. Posted November 23, 2007 Share Posted November 23, 2007 How frustrating Someone I know recommended rubbing it with an ice cube I have something called Sticky Stuff remover from Bettaware that works on labels etc. I think they use something similar at school as every now and again someone will come in wearing trousers with the aroma of citrus I hope you can get it off, if you like I can put this in the post to you, as it's only a small bottle. karen x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs Frugal Posted November 23, 2007 Share Posted November 23, 2007 Eucalyptus Oil removes it if you've got any, Sheila. Worked a treat on Ollie's brand new blazer on the first day of term! Use it neat and just rub on. Edit - white vinegar works too! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
feemcg Posted November 23, 2007 Share Posted November 23, 2007 I rubbed chewing gum on the car seat with an ice-cube and picked it off in tiny bits - not before I'd put Anna over my knee (only kidding!). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fabergé Posted November 23, 2007 Share Posted November 23, 2007 Stain Devils make a range of products for various stains. I've used No 3 which says it removes Grease & lubricant stains (including chewing gum). I got it from store called Robert Dyas if you have one in your area. Gloria Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sheilaz Posted November 23, 2007 Author Share Posted November 23, 2007 (edited) Wow, thanks so much for the quick responses! I knew there were "products" available but didn't know details or where to start, so recommendations are so useful, thank you. Karen, that's such a sweet offer, thanks. I'll try the other ideas first. I think it's spread too thinly to peel off, hence the freezer didn't work, so not hopeful about an icecube. But, will def. try white vinegar this evening. Then, if not, it's off to R.Dyas or essential oil stall in the morning. Thanks everone, I'll report back tomorrow. How did my 4th child, a little angel, manage this when her brothers and sis never did it? Edited November 23, 2007 by Guest Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Olly Posted November 23, 2007 Share Posted November 23, 2007 Sticky Stuff remover is also sold by Lakeland if you have one near you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sheilaz Posted November 23, 2007 Author Share Posted November 23, 2007 Cheers! But no Lakeland near here. So, I save some money because of that. Although their Christmas catalogue has just fallen out of the Radio Times, must have a look later. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted November 23, 2007 Share Posted November 23, 2007 Cooking oil! Sounds ridiculous but its often the only thing I can find that works. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sheilaz Posted November 23, 2007 Author Share Posted November 23, 2007 Thanks. But, how do I get the oil out? I have a dress that I must have splattered with oil whilst cooking & I haven't managed to remove it. Shall I start a new topic? It must have been hot oil & I've washed the dress unsuccessfully since. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted November 23, 2007 Share Posted November 23, 2007 Its always just washed straight out when I did it. I did put washing up liquid on the oil first. Maybe hot oil and cold oil react differently. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cate in NZ Posted November 23, 2007 Share Posted November 23, 2007 Cheers! But no Lakeland near here. So, I save some money because of that. Although their Christmas catalogue has just fallen out of the Radio Times, must have a look later. Sheila, I've got a Lakeland rather too close to me..............visiting there is nearly as dangerous as the Omlet shop . But if you want me to pick up a bottle of the gum remover stuff I can do happily, and stick it in the post to you . Just let me know if you want, both of my children are at Bluewater tomorrow so can pick some up, alternatively I can go on Monday. I don't go anywhere near Bluewater on a pre-Christmas weekend Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Couperwife Posted November 23, 2007 Share Posted November 23, 2007 Thanks. But, how do I get the oil out? I have a dress that I must have splattered with oil whilst cooking & I haven't managed to remove it. Shall I start a new topic? It must have been hot oil & I've washed the dress unsuccessfully since. Iron the dress with a brown paper bag over the top of it. it sort of acts like a sponge and soaks into the bag. it also works if you spill candle wax on something Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fabergé Posted November 23, 2007 Share Posted November 23, 2007 it also works if you spill candle wax on something I once had a candle which overflowed on to my carpet & was seen ironing the floor with pieces of blotting paper! Gloria Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sheilaz Posted November 23, 2007 Author Share Posted November 23, 2007 Ironing the carpet..... Well, I must try the ironing over brown paper bag on the dress sometime, it'll be fab if it works on a washed in marks as it's a lovely summer dress which looks completely ruined at the moment. Meanwhile....yay!!! The white vinegar worked and the school skirt is drying...and spotless. Thanks everyone! Kate, I had the vinegar in stock because of your green cleaning recommendations. I bought it for the windows & other surfaces, then used it for the hair washing without shampoo, now another use! I'm so impressed. The things I've learnt on a chicken forum, it's brilliant. Thanks everyone who answered. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs Frugal Posted November 24, 2007 Share Posted November 24, 2007 Yay !!! I've got a wonderful book called "Natural Stain Remover" by Angela Martin ISBN 1-84092-419-5 which has never let me down. It's cheap (£3.99 when I bought it a couple of years ago) and well worth getting as you usually find you have something in the house already which will get rid of most stains . There's also a book called "Vinegar - 1001 practical uses" which I've yet to buy so be prepared to find more ways it can help . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
