On 1/1/2008 6:47 PM, Joe Sallustio wrote:
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One of the links in this thread is to a site built by Ed Goist for
just this purpose. He always answered questions in depth and that FAQ
is basically an extension of several of those posts to RCW.

This group seems to be unique, maybe it has something to do with
winemakers in general. I really can't remember the last time I saw
flaming here, it's very civil. For the most part if something can be
taken a few ways people here tend to give one another the benefit of
the doubt.

I usually try to answer what I can here because others did the same
for me.

And no I don't care how many times someone asks how to get those pesky
labels off, I'll still suggest acetone every time. It's cheap and so
am I.... )

Joe

Yes, this group and rec.crafts.meadmaking are very genial.

As for label removing, I think I can one-up your cheapness, Joe. I soak
the bottles in water. What labels come off after the soak makes for
wine making bottles. What labels do not come off makes for recycling
fodder. :-)

I did build up a nice collection before settling on this scheme, but I
never did use anything other than water and a tool like a scraper meant
for removing county tax and safety inspection stickers from car
windshields. Basically a razor blade set in a broad hand grip. Great
for removing labels.


Cheers,
Ken