I have a rubber surface that, over time, has become sort of tacky or
sticky. Since it's black in color, any dirt it comes across sticks to
it. Is there any way to negate or eliminate this tackiness? Thank you.

On 2/15/2022 7:18 AM, Jake T wrote:
> I have a rubber surface that, over time, has become sort of tacky or
> sticky.  Since it's black in color, any dirt it comes across sticks to
> it.  Is there any way to negate or eliminate this tackiness?  Thank you.

Google sez:

https://cleaning.lovetoknow.com/why-does-rubber-get-sticky-fixes-prevention-tips

On 2/15/22 7:18 AM, Jake T wrote:
> I have a rubber surface that, over time, has become sort of tacky or
> sticky.  Since it's black in color, any dirt it comes across sticks to
> it.  Is there any way to negate or eliminate this tackiness?  Thank you.

What kind of surface is it on-- kitchen, garage, office, auto, sex
toy...what?

Jake T <jaketbone@steak.com> wrote

> I have a rubber surface that, over time, has become sort of tackyor
> sticky. Since it's black in color, any dirt it comes across sticksto
> it. Is there any way to negate or eliminate this tackiness?

Never seen a viable fix for that.

What is yours on device wise ?

On Tuesday, February 15, 2022 at 7:18:20 AM UTC-5, Jake T wrote:
> I have a rubber surface that, over time, has become sort of tacky or
> sticky. Since it's black in color, any dirt it comes across sticks to
> it. Is there any way to negate or eliminate this tackiness? Thank you.

Big Giant Upfront Disclaimer:

I don't know if this will work and I really don't know if it will damage
the "rubber surface", so try it at your own risk.

Also, just curious: What kind of "rubber surface"?

My favorite adhesive remover is good old Ronsonol lighter fluid.
Yes, I know that we aren't talking about an adhesive, but it might
work, might hurt. Your choice if you want to try it or not.

https://www.amazon.com/Ronson-ounce-Ronsonol-Lighter-Fuel/dp/B0017X1NGO

On 2/15/2022 11:32 AM, Marilyn Manson wrote:
> On Tuesday, February 15, 2022 at 7:18:20 AM UTC-5, Jake T wrote:
>> I have a rubber surface that, over time, has become sort of tacky or
>> sticky. Since it's black in color, any dirt it comes across sticks to
>> it. Is there any way to negate or eliminate this tackiness? Thank you.
>
> Big Giant Upfront Disclaimer:
>
> I don't know if this will work and I really don't know if it will damage
> the "rubber surface", so try it at your own risk.
>
> Also, just curious: What kind of "rubber surface"?
>
> My favorite adhesive remover is good old Ronsonol lighter fluid.
> Yes, I know that we aren't talking about an adhesive, but it might
> work, might hurt. Your choice if you want to try it or not.
>
> https://www.amazon.com/Ronson-ounce-Ronsonol-Lighter-Fuel/dp/B0017X1NGO

Ditto.

On Tue, 15 Feb 2022 13:53:53 -0800, Bob F <bobnospam@gmail.com> wrote:

>On 2/15/2022 11:32 AM, Marilyn Manson wrote:
>> On Tuesday, February 15, 2022 at 7:18:20 AM UTC-5, Jake T wrote:
>>> I have a rubber surface that, over time, has become sort of tacky or
>>> sticky. Since it's black in color, any dirt it comes across sticks to
>>> it. Is there any way to negate or eliminate this tackiness? Thank you.
>>
>> Big Giant Upfront Disclaimer:
>>
>> I don't know if this will work and I really don't know if it will damage
>> the "rubber surface", so try it at your own risk.
>>
>> Also, just curious: What kind of "rubber surface"?
>>
>> My favorite adhesive remover is good old Ronsonol lighter fluid.
>> Yes, I know that we aren't talking about an adhesive, but it might
>> work, might hurt. Your choice if you want to try it or not.
>>
>> https://www.amazon.com/Ronson-ounce-Ronsonol-Lighter-Fuel/dp/B0017X1NGO
>
>Ditto.

I assumed that the Op had a problem with detereorating rubber -
rather than something sticky _on_ the rubber ..
I had a cheapo spotting scope once that sat untouched in its original
plastic packaging for several years - it was "rubber" coated -
- when I got it out it was tacky all over - I put it down to a
reaction between the rubber and the plastic bag that it was
packaged in ... dunno. I just left it out in the fresh air for a
week or so - it got better but not completely - so I just donated
it to the Goodwill.
John T.

On Tuesday, February 15, 2022 at 5:05:33 PM UTC-5, hub...@ccanoemail.ca wrote:
> On Tue, 15 Feb 2022 13:53:53 -0800, Bob F <bobn...@gmail.com> wrote:
>
> >On 2/15/2022 11:32 AM, Marilyn Manson wrote:
> >> On Tuesday, February 15, 2022 at 7:18:20 AM UTC-5, Jake T wrote:
> >>> I have a rubber surface that, over time, has become sort of tacky or
> >>> sticky. Since it's black in color, any dirt it comes across sticks to
> >>> it. Is there any way to negate or eliminate this tackiness? Thank you.
> >>
> >> Big Giant Upfront Disclaimer:
> >>
> >> I don't know if this will work and I really don't know if it will damage
> >> the "rubber surface", so try it at your own risk.
> >>
> >> Also, just curious: What kind of "rubber surface"?
> >>
> >> My favorite adhesive remover is good old Ronsonol lighter fluid.
> >> Yes, I know that we aren't talking about an adhesive, but it might
> >> work, might hurt. Your choice if you want to try it or not.
> >>
> >> https://www.amazon.com/Ronson-ounce-Ronsonol-Lighter-Fuel/dp/B0017X1NGO
> >
> >Ditto.
> I assumed that the Op had a problem with detereorating rubber -
> rather than something sticky _on_ the rubber ..

I am assuming the same thing. Thus the Big Giant Upfront Disclaimer.

Simply suggesting a product that might, who knows, dissolve (?) *whatever* is
causing the tackiness.

I warned the OP before and after my suggestion, so it's on him/her to decide.

On 2/15/2022 2:49 PM, Marilyn Manson wrote:
> On Tuesday, February 15, 2022 at 5:05:33 PM UTC-5, hub...@ccanoemail.ca wrote:
>> On Tue, 15 Feb 2022 13:53:53 -0800, Bob F <bobn...@gmail.com> wrote:
>>
>>> On 2/15/2022 11:32 AM, Marilyn Manson wrote:
>>>> On Tuesday, February 15, 2022 at 7:18:20 AM UTC-5, Jake T wrote:
>>>>> I have a rubber surface that, over time, has become sort of tacky or
>>>>> sticky. Since it's black in color, any dirt it comes across sticks to
>>>>> it. Is there any way to negate or eliminate this tackiness? Thank you.
>>>>
>>>> Big Giant Upfront Disclaimer:
>>>>
>>>> I don't know if this will work and I really don't know if it will damage
>>>> the "rubber surface", so try it at your own risk.
>>>>
>>>> Also, just curious: What kind of "rubber surface"?
>>>>
>>>> My favorite adhesive remover is good old Ronsonol lighter fluid.
>>>> Yes, I know that we aren't talking about an adhesive, but it might
>>>> work, might hurt. Your choice if you want to try it or not.
>>>>
>>>> https://www.amazon.com/Ronson-ounce-Ronsonol-Lighter-Fuel/dp/B0017X1NGO
>>>
>>> Ditto.
>> I assumed that the Op had a problem with detereorating rubber -
>> rather than something sticky _on_ the rubber ..
>
> I am assuming the same thing. Thus the Big Giant Upfront Disclaimer.
>
> Simply suggesting a product that might, who knows, dissolve (?) *whatever* is
> causing the tackiness.
>
> I warned the OP before and after my suggestion, so it's on him/her to decide.
>

I have used the lighter fluid on really old rubber grip remote controls
for electronics that got all sticky. Rubbing alcohol might help too.

On 2/15/2022 5:07 PM, hubops@ccanoemail.ca wrote:
> On Tue, 15 Feb 2022 13:53:53 -0800, Bob F <bobnospam@gmail.com> wrote:
>
>> On 2/15/2022 11:32 AM, Marilyn Manson wrote:
>>> On Tuesday, February 15, 2022 at 7:18:20 AM UTC-5, Jake T wrote:
>>>> I have a rubber surface that, over time, has become sort of tacky or
>>>> sticky. Since it's black in color, any dirt it comes across sticks to
>>>> it. Is there any way to negate or eliminate this tackiness? Thank you.
>>>
>>> Big Giant Upfront Disclaimer:
>>>
>>> I don't know if this will work and I really don't know if it will damage
>>> the "rubber surface", so try it at your own risk.
>>>
>>> Also, just curious: What kind of "rubber surface"?
>>>
>>> My favorite adhesive remover is good old Ronsonol lighter fluid.
>>> Yes, I know that we aren't talking about an adhesive, but it might
>>> work, might hurt. Your choice if you want to try it or not.
>>>
>>> https://www.amazon.com/Ronson-ounce-Ronsonol-Lighter-Fuel/dp/B0017X1NGO
>>
>> Ditto.
>
>
> I assumed that the Op had a problem with detereorating rubber -
> rather than something sticky _on_ the rubber ..
> I had a cheapo spotting scope once that sat untouched in its original
> plastic packaging for several years - it was "rubber" coated -
> - when I got it out it was tacky all over - I put it down to a
> reaction between the rubber and the plastic bag that it was
> packaged in ... dunno. I just left it out in the fresh air for a
> week or so - it got better but not completely - so I just donated
> it to the Goodwill.
> John T.
>

It is plasticizer bleeding out. It could have been washed off. There
are silicone finishes for restoring rubber like Armor All but once it is
oxidized, bonds are broken, it weakens and cracks, then it is shot.

On 2/15/22 4:18 AM, Jake T wrote:
> I have a rubber surface that, over time, has become sort of tacky or
> sticky.  Since it's black in color, any dirt it comes across sticks to
> it.  Is there any way to negate or eliminate this tackiness?  Thank you.

Yes, change its color to something other than black. After all, you seem
to imply that it attracts dirt because it is black in color. Hey, try
it; It may help!

On Wednesday, February 16, 2022 at 2:04:28 AM UTC-5, Beeper wrote:
> On 2/15/22 4:18 AM, Jake T wrote:
> > I have a rubber surface that, over time, has become sort of tacky or
> > sticky. Since it's black in color, any dirt it comes across sticks to
> > it. Is there any way to negate or eliminate this tackiness? Thank you.
> Yes, change its color to something other than black. After all, you seem
> to imply that it attracts dirt because it is black in color. Hey, try
> it; It may help!

Yes, he did say that, but allow me to translate:

Since it's black in color, any dirt that sticks to it is very visible.
Well, any dirt except for black dirt.