# How to Remove Anti-Slip Tape From Hardwood Stairs
Anti-slip tape is useful for holding down runners or carpeting, but the same quality that makes it effective for that purpose may make it a challenge to remove. Although most of the material may be peeled away with relative ease, the adhesive it leaves behind collects dirt and may pose a hazard for anyone using the stairs. Removing the residual adhesive takes a bit of time, but it is possible to eliminate all traces of it.
Things You'll Need
- Plastic card or utensil
- Liquid dish soap
- Clean cloth
- Dry towel
- Mineral oil
Instructions
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Scrape away as much of the tape as will come up with a plastic credit card or a plastic utensil.
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Mix 1 tbsp. of mild liquid dish soap in 1 cup of hot water.
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Sponge the soapy water onto the tape. Work on only one or two steps at a time.
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Allow the soapy water to sit on the tape for five to 10 minutes to give it time to soften it up.
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Scrape at the tape again gently with the credit card or utensil.
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Wipe the area dry with a soft towel and inspect it for traces of the adhesive.
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Dampen a clean cloth with mineral oil and sponge it onto the remaining adhesive.
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Scrub the area gently with the cloth until all of the adhesive is gone.
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Wipe the area dry with a soft towel.
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