Author:
Randy Alexander
Date Of Creation:
4 April 2021
Update Date:
1 July 2024
Content
Method 2 of 7: Use Ice
Fill the plastic bag with ice cubes. Place your shoes on top of the ice pack, the sticky residue behind. Avoid getting ice in or around the shoe as this will wet the shoe.
Keep ice cold. To prevent ice from melting too quickly, use a zippered food bag or tie the top of the bag.
Press firmly on the piece of gum until it hardens. You will only be able to remove the gum after it is frozen. It will take a while - so be patient!
Once the gum has hardened, scrape the bag off from your shoes. Carefully use a butter knife or a plaster knife to scrape the frozen residue off your shoes. Move knife slowly to avoid cutting shoes or cutting hands. advertisement
Method 3 of 7: Use WD-40 Solution
Spray WD-40 on the gum part. Buy a spray bottle of WD-40 (available at supermarkets and cleaning supply stores) and spray it on the sole of your shoe, on or around gum. Leave it on for at least one minute for the WD-40 to loosen the sticky bonds of the gum.
Wipe off the gum. Use a tissue, rag or cloth to clean the gum from the sole of the shoe. Candy flakes will come off very easily. If not, spray again and try it again.
Wipe the shoe clean. Once the gum is removed, wipe shoes with a tissue or a clean rag to remove any residue from the spray solution. Throw away the rag or tissue when you're done. advertisement
Method 4 of 7: Use Peanut Butter
Take some peanut butter. Apply a thick layer of peanut butter (about 2 tablespoons) to the gum, then leave for about 10 minutes.
Wipe off the tofu butter. After 10 minutes, use a zinc brush to rub both the butter and the gum away. It may take a lot of effort to scrub, but the gum will also be removed.
- Remember to scrub the soles of the shoes instead of backwards to avoid damaging the shoes.
Shoe cleaning. Keep the soles of your shoes under cold water and wipe with a sponge or sponge to remove any remaining peanut butter. advertisement
Method 5 of 7: Use Sand and Wooden Rod
Sprinkle some sand around the gum. Remove shoes and sprinkle some sand on top of the gum. Use a wooden stick and start rubbing sand on the gum - the gum will begin to fall apart.
Repeatedly add more sand and continue rubbing. Until the gum starts to peel, sprinkle more sand on top and continue rubbing. Sand as a detergent will take away any dirt from the sole!
- Continue to repeat until the gum is more or less completely flaky. It may take time, but it is better to do it quickly instead of letting the gum dry and making it harder to remove from your shoes.
Method 6 of 7: Thawing Gum
Use liquid gasoline in lighters. Dip an old cloth or a piece of tissue in the naphtha and rub it on gum. The candy will start to disintegrate.
- Be sure to use naphtha in a well-ventilated area, away from sources of heat, as naphtha is extremely flammable.
Use nail polish remover. The acetone in nail polish remover can also be used to melt gum from the sole of the shoe. Dip a piece of tissue or cloth in the solution and rub on the gum until it disappears.
- Pay careful attention to the type of shoe you are applying the above, as acetone can damage the surface coating of glossy or suede shoes.
Method 7 of 7: Use Olive Oil
Apply olive oil to gum. Avoid getting the oil directly on your leather shoes or leather, as it will leave a stain that is difficult to remove.
Wipe the oil off with a paper towel.
Remove excess of the gum with a sharp tip dipped in olive oil.
Accomplished! The candy bag is now taken away. Please dispose of gum residue properly! advertisement
Advice
- If you can't get the gum properly, you may want to try scraping as much of it out of your shoes as possible. Use a plaster knife to scrape off the gum or you can rub your heels up on the concrete pavement where no one will ever step on it.
Warning
- Do not use your hands to pry off the gum. You don't know where this candy comes from.
