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sticky remains of an old rubber band (programming.dev)

submitted 6 months ago by [email protected] to c/[email protected]

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I have a mouse pad that was in a box for years, during which time a rubber band on top of it had time to turn into hard bits that stuck to it. Any suggestions? I could pick most of it off, but not enough.

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[–] [email protected] 3 points 6 months ago (2 children)

Some isopropyl alcohol would probably do the trick. If that doesn't work you might try something like Goo Gone if you can determine that it won't damage the mousepad.

[–] [email protected] 2 points 6 months ago

If those don't work maybe try bestine.

[–] [email protected] 2 points 6 months ago

Tried a little isopropyl alcohol, and it doesn’t seem to have any effect. I’ll consider getting some goo gone.

Thanks!

[–] [email protected] 1 points 6 months ago (1 children)

Is it a hard plastic mouse pad or a soft fabric mouse pad

[–] [email protected] 1 points 6 months ago

Fabric on foamy rubbery backing. It’s about 30 years old, if that suggests a certain style.