shrink wrap film residue- how to remove


Hello,

I have high gloss speakers. I needed to shrink wrap the speakers to protect them as my unit needed a spray using chemicals. I place a drop sheet over them as well. I removed the shrink wrap and there are marks or residue on my speakers from the shrink wrap. I used a fine microfibre cloth and some distilled water but the marks are still there. Is this something that will take time to come out with repeated wipe downs?

Any suggestions on how to gently remove the residue from my high gloss speakers? Much appreciated.

2007audioman
2007audioman

Showing 3 responses by chayro

The clay bar is a great idea, although very intimidating to those unfamiliar with auto detailing.  Without assuming any responsibility, you might try some alcohol.  I just used everclear to remove the sticky residue from a very old plastic piece and I was amazed.  I was absolutely sure the plastic had degenerated and oozed a sticky substance, but it was only a surface coating removed by alcohol.  
Alcohol is routinely used by auto detailers to remove waxy residues.  As far as my experience with the plastic part, it was left smooth and shiny, like new.  The thing is - whenever you polish or even clean the finish, it is very important to use the proper tools and technique.  I recommend microfiber towels only and work in straight lines - gently.  
I used the Everclear, which is 190 proof grain alcohol, full strength.  
Just don't drink it straight.  
It can kill you.  But Everclear is cool to have around the house for cleaning and disinfecting.  It's probably about the purest alcohol you can buy without getting into laboratory stuff.  And you CAN mix it with fruit juice and stuff like that for drinking purposes.  Good stuff.