There are times when mistakes happen and you have to remove an old or spoilt HTV decal.

To remove spoiled Heat Transfer Vinyl (HTV) from fabric, there are several methods you can try. Here are the most common and effective techniques:

1. Using Heat and Iron

• Materials Needed: Iron, parchment paper or wax paper, tweezers or cloth.
• Steps:
  1. Set your iron to a medium heat setting (without steam).
  2. Place parchment paper or wax paper over the HTV.
  3. Iron the paper for about 5–10 seconds to soften the adhesive.
  4. Use tweezers or a cloth to gently peel off the vinyl while it’s warm. Be careful not to pull too hard, as you could damage the fabric.
  5. Repeat the process if needed for stubborn areas.

2. Using HTV Vinyl Remover (Commercial Products)

• Materials Needed: HTV remover solution (like Goo Gone, AlbaChem Vinyl Letter Remover, or another brand).
• Steps:
  1. Apply the HTV remover to the back side of the fabric where the vinyl is applied.
  2. Let it soak for a few minutes so it can break down the adhesive.
  3. Gently peel off the vinyl with tweezers or your fingers while it’s still wet.
  4. Rinse the fabric with water to remove any residue.

3. Using Rubbing Alcohol or Nail Polish Remover (Acetone)

• Materials Needed: Rubbing alcohol or acetone, cotton balls, tweezers.
• Steps:
  1. Dampen a cotton ball with rubbing alcohol or nail polish remover.
  2. Rub it onto the HTV area and let it sit for a few minutes to break down the adhesive.
  3. Use tweezers to lift and peel off the vinyl.
  4. Wash the fabric afterward to remove any alcohol or acetone residue.

4. Using a Hair Dryer

• Materials Needed: Hair dryer, tweezers.
• Steps:
  1. Use a hair dryer on high heat to warm up the HTV.
  2. Once the vinyl is heated, it will become softer and more pliable.
  3. Use tweezers or your fingers to carefully peel the vinyl off.
  4. Repeat as necessary for any leftover pieces.

Tips:

• Test the fabric: Before applying chemicals like acetone, test a small hidden area of the fabric to ensure that it won’t get damaged.
• Be gentle: Avoid applying too much force when peeling, as this could damage delicate fabrics.
• Wash afterward: Always wash the fabric after removing the HTV to ensure no residue is left behind.

These methods should help remove spoilt HTV from most fabrics effectively.