6 Ways to Remove Duct Tape Residue The six fixes here are effective for removing duct tape residue from wood, glass, vinyl, and other materials without damaging the surface itself.

Scrub the duct tape residue. Once the mess is gone, wipe off any WD-40 remaining on the surface with a clean part of the rag. For the surfaces you don't want to use WD-40 on, use isopropyl alcohol.