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Removing Adhesive Backing from Acrylic

Quick tip on how to simply remove adhesive backing.

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Introduction
Peeling the adhesive backing can be a real pain

Removing old adhesive backing from sheets of acrylic can be frustrating and time consuming.

We scoured the internet and tested some of the most popular adhesive removal techniques, so read on or check out the video to see which worked the best!

Spray Backing

 

Spray the adhesive backing with Pure Citrus air freshener and let it sit for 30 seconds.

Wipe the sheet clean with a rag or towel

Peel Backing

 

Now the adhesive backing should be quick and easy to remove from your acrylic.

Easily peel away adhesive backing

Wipe Clean

 

Wipe off the remaining residue and you’re ready to engrave or cut your acrylic!

Wipe the sheet clean with a rag or towel

  • ID:
    TA-79
  • Date:
    03/31/2025

Parts & Resources:

  • Pure Citrus Air Freshener
  • Rag or Paper Towel

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