Homemade Goo Gone
This DIY alternative is a great way to remove the sticky label residue off recycled glass jars. With just some baking soda and oil, your goo will be gone!
Materials:
- 2 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp oil (vegetable, olive, etc.)
Instructions:
- Place the baking soda in a small bowl.
- Add the oil and stir to mix. It should be the consistency of a thin, smooth paste.
- Dip an edge of paper toweling or an old cloth into your homemade goo gone mixture, and rub it around on the sticky area, scrubbing as you go to work on removing the sticky residue. Repeat this process until you have removed all the sticky residue.
- Then wash your item with soap and water and wipe dry. If you see any remaining spots of sticky residue, repeat the process.
Notes:
You can make your homemade goo gone in larger batches too. Just remember to use twice as much baking soda as you do oil (2 parts baking soda to 1 part oil). Here are two more measurement examples for larger batches:
1 Tbl Baking Soda + 1/2 Tbl Oil
1/4 cup Baking Soda + 2 Tbl Oil