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A fine coating of wax is applied giving your acrylic plastic surface protection from micro scratching and atmospheric conditions that cause a break down of clarity over time. Acrylic is typically a glass substitute, as mentioned previously, and, as a material, it can often outperform glass. For example, acrylic is ten times stronger than glass, but only half the weight. It is more durable and shatterproof, meaning that it will not break into lots of sharp and small pieces like glass. Objects made from Perspex® acrylic or acrylic can, over time, become scratched - this can be a particular problem with Perspex® acrylic and acrylic sheet or parts in shops, cars, motorbikes, caravans, aircraft or furniture. Wood trim finished with an acrylic layer in cars can also become scratched. The method you choose will depend on the state of your acrylic. Dirty acrylic, which looks a bit dull, will benefit from everyday cleaning. Really dirty or damaged acrylic will need more intensive cleaning. Learn more about both ways and how to do them below.
With this in mind, it’s no surprise that we use acrylic so widely in our homes as a substitute for glass. For instance, at The Plastic People, we create acrylic table tops, secondary glazing panels, plastic mirrors, and more. Start off by wearing cotton gloves and sweep a soft cotton cloth over both sides of your acrylic to wipe away any loose dust or dirt.If your acrylic is large, it might help to prop it against a wall to do this. Smaller pieces of acrylic can rest on a clean, lint-free surface.Your choice of cloth is very important for cleaning acrylic as any rough surfaces can do further damage to the plastic.Avoid storing acrylic in high temperatures or direct sunlight: Acrylic is a thermoplastic, which means its characteristics can be altered under extreme heat. If you store acrylic sheets in particularly hot environments, you will find the material could expand, bend or become warped. This typically only takes place when the temperature exceeds 100 degrees Fahrenheit or 38 degrees Celsius. That brings us to the end of this guide to caring for and maintaining your acrylic panels and sheets. As you can see, looking after the plastic is fairly easy and not particularly labour intensive.
Do not use on printed, varnished or coated surfaces. Not suitable for polycarbonate or other materials. Water and other contaminates are repelled from the surface giving added protection. The residual film is also safe on food preparation surfaces.You will need 3 types of 'wet or dry' water-proof sandpaper. They are sold by 'grit' which measures how coarse a sandpaper is. The more grit, the finer the sandpaper. Have sandpaper with a grit of 180, 320-360 and 600 to hand. You can remove scratches in acrylic by sanding and buffing. Try buffing first – the scratches may come out and no need to sand your acrylic unnecessarily. If you are sanding, then sand acrylic like a piece of wood, working across its surface area.You’ll definitely need a mask for this job as it is a dusty one! But how do you clean acrylic sheets or the acrylic products in your home? Follow these handy tips from plastic product providers, The Plastic People, and your acrylic furniture will continue to look like new for years to come! Put your acrylic on a clean, lint-free surface – if it is a small piece of acrylic cover the area with paper towels.If it is a large piece, prop it against a wall or other surface. For highly polished, shiny edges there are products you can use to help. If you are considering using a wax or paste, be sure to use one that is suitable for acrylic. We'd recommend Vuplex and Xerapol which are readily available online here;we have tried and tested on acrylic to the satisfaction of our plastic experts.If you are looking for a less labour-intensive wayVuPlex polish isgreat for at home use because in minutes one use provides safe cleaning and protection from break down of clarityas well as restoring that high shine.
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