T205 How to get rid of tape on back

[Leon]

Originally Posted by swarmee

So removing gum and wax stains with lighter fluid is a black-and-white non-alteration? I didn't think that was the industry consensus. Or only through distilled water soaking and it just happening to disappear on its own? Removing paint and ink (which would require bleaching) is also a non-alteration?

Not picking at you, sincerely confused. I realize that water-soluble glue (common in the scrapbooks of the pre-war era) disappears with a proper soaking and is not considered an alteration. But this adhesive that the OP seems to be talking about does not seem to be water soluble. That's why I was trying to determine the line.

If he uses water it's ok, anything else, not ok in my book.
I have never said or thought anything you mentioned is ok. I use distilled water and a Q tip or Mars Plastic Eraser....those are it. So yes, if someone is using lighter fluid or any kind of solvent, I am not for that. If I ever said something that seemed contrary, I would like to see what I wrote. But I don't recall ever saying that because I don't believe it.
There is no slippery slope for me....maybe others...to each their own I guess. Just don't commit fraud.

I should also mention that solvents probably aren't good for long term paper fiber care and I think that could easily harm cards over time...

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[swarmee]

Originally Posted by Leon

If I ever said something that seemed contrary, I would like to see what I wrote.

The way I read post 14, it seemed contrary. That's why I asked for clarification.

[Leon]

Originally Posted by swarmee

The way I read post 14, it seemed contrary. That's why I asked for clarification.

I see what you mean. I didn't communicate that correctly.