How to Remove Stubborn Silicone

8 quick and easy steps to remove stubborn silicone or caulk

1. Read through the following instructions carefully; make a shopping list and take a trip to your nearest Builders Warehouse, I cannot guarantee that any other hardware has these products and they are critical to completing this task without damaging your furniture.
2. Be gentle and patient.
3. This is a parent only exercise,  please ensure your children are being supervised by an informed caregiver.
4. Ensure all packaging is discarded afterwards, plastic can be dangerous when swallowed.
5. Remove all excess silicone (as much possible without damaging the furniture) with a silicone removal tool/blade or a paint/window scraper.
6. Spray the affected area with Soudal Sealant Remover (Available at Builders Warehouse) and leave for 10 minutes.  THIS WILL NOT DAMAGE YOUR FURNITURE.
7. Wipe off and repeat if necessary.
8. If there is still any residue left, use a cloth with Powafix Benzine (Wood) or Powafix Acetone (Metal and Tiles) to rub off.

SHOPPING LIST

• Silicone removal tool or a paint/window scraper
• Soudal Sealant Remover
• Powafix Benzine OR Powafix Acetone
• Mutton cloth or old dish towels

*Disclaimer:  Try this method on a small area first as the alcohol is strong and might damage your furniture.  These solutions do not damage ceramic tiles or glass surfaces.