07-03-2004, 06:37 AM | #2 (permalink) |
Psycho
Location: Where the night things are
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I fear that any solvent strong enough to remove the caulk will attack the plexi, and any attempt at removal via mechanical means will scratch the surface. Methinks thou art screwed.
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07-03-2004, 08:49 PM | #5 (permalink) |
Insane
Location: Pacific NW
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Try either toulene or xylene. Both chemicals are very potent, make sure you have very good ventilation. Definitely test on a small area. Good luck.
PS: xylene is the only thing I've found that removes urethane based caulking when it's not cured.
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07-03-2004, 10:24 PM | #7 (permalink) |
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Super Moderator
Location: CT
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Bend the corners of a razor up with needlenose pliers so they don't dig in and scrape lightly with it. You can always go over again, but you can't put back plexiglass you accidentally scoop out.
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08-03-2004, 07:00 PM | #10 (permalink) |
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Location: In a State of Denial
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I found a caulk remover liquid a year or two ago that seemed to work pretty good, but wasn't "solventy" like gasoline. I can't remember the name of it but it was a 3M product and came in a bottle similar to a glue bottle. You did need to let it soak into the caulk for a few minutes, but it softened the caulk right up and then it came off pretty easily. If you find it, just read the bottle and see if it's safe for your use.
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