How to Remove a Sticker or Label from a Video Game Box

Unfortunately one of my burdens as a collector is that I like my collectables to be in pristine condition.  So when I first started collecting complete in box video games I noticed that finding near mint games was very expensive and difficult to find.  And so I had to settle for whatever I could find in my price range, which usually meant games in fair condition that required only a little cleaning to be considered satisfactory.  While most games and boxes could be cleaned with a wet cloth and a magic eraser, I found removing stickers or labels from a box was difficult.

Thankfully after doing a little research I found a solution that worked for me.  The method I use requires some lighter fluid and a Q-tip or cotton swab or cotton ball.  All you do is wet the Q-tip with the lighter fluid liquid and moisten the label; then gently peel back the label.  I do caution anyone from doing this especially children because the lighter fluid can irritate your skin and dry it as well.  I would also advise you to practice this method on a label/box that you don’t care about first before you do it on an important box.  If done correctly you should be able to remove an old sticker/label without much residue left over.

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