You might try using Vaseline or another oil to soften the adhesive. It
takes a few minutes to soften but you should be able to separate it from
the paint.

Denise


On Tue, May 14, 2013 at 12:45 PM, Bradley Martin <
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> I would try Ethel alcohol. I have used it on many adhesives and it always
> works, I sometimes put a plastic bag over the alcohol; to keep it from
> evaporating.****
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> I have several industrial objects from 1950-1960 that are painted
> metal. About 6 or 7 years ago, duct tape was used to attach a piece of
> paper with information to the artifact and has remained on the artifacts.
> In a few cases, the recent attempt to remove the tape is peeling paint
> along with it. Any suggestions for safe removal of the tape with minimal
> paint loss? Also, what about the adhesive residue?****
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Wetzel County Museum
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