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Getting expanding foam off composite decking
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Doozergirl
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As above. Any suggestions?
I thought it might be glue and have use Autoglym Tar Remover, which is my usual magic worker, but it's not budging and I think it's actually expanding foam.
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I've used acetone or nail polish remover before so give that a try.
Other things to try are WD-40Nothing is foolproof to a talented fool.1 -
I was going to say acetone too, though online results suggests it's only for uncured stuff. I think I've used it on cured foam too, but it's been a long time...
(not sure what might dissolve the composite though!)1 -
A valid point!user1977 said:
(not sure what might dissolve the composite though!)Everything that is supposed to be in heaven is already here on earth.
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Doozergirl said:As above. Any suggestions?I thought it might be glue and have use Autoglym Tar Remover, which is my usual magic worker, but it's not budging and I think it's actually expanding foam.Foameater?https://www.toolstation.com/soudal-pu-foam-remover/p69416No idea about compatability with the decking though. The manufacturer's helpline may know?1
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A wire brush might be better - I'd suggest a small brass one for suede shoes.Any aggressive solvent is likely to attack the composite, so I'd be reluctant to use anything like acetone. If you happen to get expanding foam on anything in the future, let it dry before attempting to clean it up - If you smear it around when still "wet", the stuff is a pig to get off. If left alone to dry, most of the time it will rub off fairly easily.Her courage will change the world.
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Section62 said:Doozergirl said:As above. Any suggestions?I thought it might be glue and have use Autoglym Tar Remover, which is my usual magic worker, but it's not budging and I think it's actually expanding foam.Foameater?https://www.toolstation.com/soudal-pu-foam-remover/p69416No idea about compatability with the decking though. The manufacturer's helpline may know?
Not used this on decking, have used it on a laminate kitchen floor - worked well!
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