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