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Acrylic Sheet Care
Some simple tips for the care,cleaning and maintenance of your acrylic sheet surfaces will add to its life and keep it looking at its best
Washing
Wash acrylic sheet with dishwashing detergent and plenty of lukewarm
water. Use a clean soft cloth, applying only light pressure. Rinse with clear
water and dry by blotting with a damp cloth or chamois.
Grease, oil or tar may be removed with a good grade of
hexane, aliphatic naphtha, or kerosene. These solvents may be obtained at a
paint or hardware store and should be used in accordance with manufacturers
recommendations.
Any oily film left behind by solvents should be removed
immediately by washing.
Dusting
Dust with a soft, damp cloth or chamois. Dry or gritty
cloths may cause surface scratches.
Polishing
Protect the acrylic sheet and maintain its surface gloss by
occasional polishing with a good plastic cleaner and polish.( Novus Polish) Apply a thin, even
coat with a clean soft cloth and polish lightly with cotton flannel. Then, wipe
with a damp cloth to help eliminate electrostatic
Removing Scratches
Fine scratches can be removed by hand polishing. Apply a
plastic polish to
For the
Anti-Static Coating
Several anti-static cleaners for plastics are available
which will reduce static electricity and dust attraction. Wiping with a soft
damp cloth or chamois is all that is necessary to keep acrylic sheet dust-free
between applications of these cleaners.
DO NOT USE:
Window cleaning sprays, kitchen scouring compounds, or
solvents such as acetone, gasoline, benzene, carbon tetrachloride or lacquer
thinner.