Jordan Kim Labels, Packaging & Sustainability Editor at 4OVER4.COM
Jordan is our labels, packaging and sustainability voice, built from the knowledge of our production team, with over 20 years in printing.
Question
What is the safest tool for removing a scratch off label?
Answer
The safest tool for revealing a scratch-off code is a rigid plastic card, such as a spare gift card or old credit card. Plastic lifts the coating without gouging the printed code the way a coin or key can.
- Use a plastic edge: Hold the card at roughly a 45-degree angle.
- Scrape one direction: Move in a single, steady direction rather than back and forth.
- Apply even pressure: Firm but gentle, letting the coating flake off gradually.
- Work on a hard surface: Rest the card or ticket on a flat, solid surface for control.
Avoid metal tools like coins and keys, which can dig through the coating and damage the digits underneath.
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