Date: Sun, 12 Apr 1998 13:16:11 -0400 From: Chris Marsden <Byway@compuserve.com> To: cp@opus.hpl.hp.com Message-Id: <aabcdefg1227$foo@default> Subject: Re: Re-using plastic labels
Jack + everyone else,
Rubbing alcohol is one method, but IMHO Acetone (nail varnish remover) is=
quicker and easier. Paint it on with either the small brush it comes with=
to clean nails or rub it on with an old cloth if you have a bottle, it wi=
ll
get rid of almost all inks immediately and will dry in 5 seconds or so. I=
f
you are having problems reading old labels written in ink put them under =
a
UV lamp (screened of course) and you should be able to read it OK. =
In my experience pencil lasts as long as anything, but for easiness to re=
ad
I use a Sharpie Industrial marker as well (It's very expensive but it
doesn't half last - the blurb on the side claims it's resistant against
acid, alkalis, chemicals, UV, IR and gamma irradiation. Funny it doesn't
say it's bomb-proof).
Kindest Regards,
Toby
-- Toby Marsden -- Orleton Manor, Orleton, LUDLOW Salop, SY8 4HR, ENGLAND
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