Removing Sticker Covers from Convex Barrier Rings with Short Nails and Numb Hands

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kittybou
Dec 06, 2023 12:49 pm

Can someone please give me a helpful hint on how to get the sticker cover off the convex barrier rings? My fingernails are super short and my hands are numb from spine surgery. My dog won't help; he wants to eat them. Cats are absolutely no help. No family or friends near to help. Thank you.

 

 

Rose Bud 🌹
Dec 06, 2023 2:13 pm

Every once in a while, mine will stick. After I shape it out to where it needs to be, I'll hold it between my hands to warm it up a little. About 95% of the time, it works. Occasionally, once applied, the top plastic sticker still will stick. Then I just rub my fingers around it and create a ripple in the sticker and slowly pull it off. Wish you luck.

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kittybou
Dec 06, 2023 2:30 pm
Reply to Rose Bud 🌹

Thank you so much! 😻

warrior
Dec 06, 2023 2:53 pm

Tweezers, hon.

You have grip and leverage.

Works for me big time.

Morning glory
Dec 06, 2023 3:40 pm

I would use tweezers also.

 

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AlexT
Dec 06, 2023 4:14 pm

A small knife or scissor blade to slide under it and lift it up to get it started.

kittybou
Dec 06, 2023 5:03 pm
Reply to AlexT

I forgot all about my switchblade!

Thank you! 😸

AlexT
Dec 06, 2023 8:36 pm
Reply to kittybou

Switchblade?…😳

kittybou
Dec 06, 2023 9:21 pm
Reply to AlexT

B.R. Before Rocket. A lady needs protection in this part of the world.

warrior
Dec 07, 2023 4:43 am
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Switchblade? 💓💓 That's hot! 😋

IGGIE
Dec 10, 2023 1:47 pm

Check that you haven't got old stock. When they get out of date, the adhesive goes hard and makes it difficult to peel off. Warm it up with a hair dryer, and it should make it easier. Regards, IGGIE