Easily remove super glue from mirrors yourself. Whether it’s an unsightly blob or a dried lump, learn how to quickly clean it off.
When a mirror has a smudge of glue on it, you may be tempted to replace it. Don’t. It can be fixed easily with a few simple products that you likely have around the house.
Glass cleaner or water can help you get the glue off easily
Here's what you’ll need to remove glue:
- Soft cloth
- A sponge
- Water
- Razorblade or some sort of scraper
Technique:
- Remove any glue you can pick off with your fingernail or a blunt tool
- Next, use a glass cleaner and a cloth to wipe off anything that will come up with a little pressure
- Use water on a cloth and rub it in in a circular motion
- Continue the process until the glue is removed
- Clean mirror with glass cleaner or water and a paper towel
If your project involves remounting a mirror that you have cleaned up, you will want to know what the best glue is for that application.
Use water on a cloth to remove glue from your mirror
Loctite PL 520 Mirror Adhesive is a high-performance adhesive formulated especially for mounting mirrors. It can be used on most structurally sound interior surfaces such as wood, drywall, metal and painted surfaces. It is easy to apply plus, its low VOC formulation is safe to use and environmentally friendly.