How to Remove Super Glue from Laminate Surfaces

Super glue can be a life saver, but when you are using it, you want to be careful not to drop it because it can be very difficult to remove. In some cases, the super glue can eat right through fabric. The properties of the glue allows it to adhere to the smallest of particles in nearly every kind of material. The most common thing that can reverse the effects of super glue is acetone. Acetone can be found in nail polish remover and some household cleaners. Be sure to read the ingredients on the bottle to be sure it contains acetone because many nail polish removers do not contain acetone because it can damage synthetic nails. If you get superglue on your laminate surface, you can remove it by following these instructions.

Step 1 - Apply Acetone to the Glue area

The first thing that you will want to do is loosen up the super glue from the surface of the counter. Apply acetone to a rag and let it soak for a few minutes. Focus on the edges because this is what you will be using to get the glob of glue to come loose. Apply more acetone to soften or loosen the edges of the glue spot on the counter top. The acetone has no odor, however the other ingredients in nail polish remover can be harmful is breathed for an extended period of time, be sure to keep your work area properly ventilated.

Step 2 - Use a Flat Blade on the Glue Edge

In time, you will begin to notice that the edges of the super glue are getting soft. Take your flat edge blade and work the edge of the loosened glue as evenly with the table surface as possible to avoid gouging it. If you are not finding an edge to get the blade under apply more acetone. You should get it to a point where the blade can slip between the glue and the counter, which is more acting like leverage than cutting into the glue. The best blade for this task would be a flat razor blade and handle that exposes the entire blade surface. This will allow better stability when using the tool, and allow for you to move it into the glue at the correct angle.

Step 3 - Removing any Leftover Stains

The super glue will eventually just pop off. When it does, it may leave a stain on your counter top from where the glue molecules have set into the surface. This is the simplicity of a super glue bonding agent, the glue sticks to the surface, and then in turn sticks to itself to form a stronger bond. Apply more acetone to your rag and then vigorously scrub the effected area until it dissipates. The acetone should eat the remaining glue remnants without a problem, leaving your counter the way it was before the tragic event of the spill.