We want you to be satisfied! We have offered these basic guidelines help you reach years of satisfaction with your purchase.
A series of grits (150,400,600) followed by a buffing wheel and available buffing compound, will restore the luster of your plexiglass acrylic! Of course, all of these products are available in the accessories section at. Heavier scratches, such that you can feel with your fingernail, will require some elbow effort to remove with a bit of sanding and buffing.
Fine scratches can be removed with a mild abrasive polish such as Novus #2, or Novus #3. In the event that, after taking meticulous steps to prevent it, your fine piece of plexiglass acrylic becomes scratched, HAVE NO FEAR. This will keep your sheet in 1 piece while you call us for a replacement. Both small and large cracks have the potential to render your material useless, however small cracks can often be stopped from spreading by drilling a small (3/32" diameter) hole at the end of the crack. Repeat for two to three minutes, applying constant pressure. Even though acrylic is strong, dropping it can cause cracking. Start by soaking a piece of the 800 grit sandpaper in water, applying enough moisture to the surface so that a slight slurry is created when the paper is rubbed in a circular motion against the acrylic. The second most common problem with acrylic is shock. Note: a mild solution of dish detergent and warm water takes off stubborn dirt easily without harming the acrylic and works as an excellent alternative, if you have run out of Novus #1 or Brillianize. Then use a recommended cleaner to complete the job. First, blow the dust or dirt off with air, or use water and a soft cloth to float the dirt off. Doing this rubs the dirt and dust into the material as much as it rubs it off. Never use a dry cloth or your hand to clean your acrylic. STEP 3 Clean using Betco® non-ammoniated glass cleaner of. This includes the minimum use of gloves and safety glasses. All are available in our showroom and online - here. PLEXIGLASS CLEANING PROCEDURES STEP 1 PLEXIGLASS CLEANING PRODUCTS: Clear Image Aerosol Clear Image Concentrate Clear Image RTU Green Earth® Glass Cleaner STEP 2 Recommend the use of proper PPE with all cleaning chemicals. Use a commercial plastic cleaner or mild soap and water to remove. Use only products specifically recommended for cleaning acrylic such as Novus #1 or Brillianize, and a soft cloth. Acrylic sheeting can be damaged by harsh solvents and cleaners. Cleaners such as Windex or 409 will do more harm than good. To get the maximum life out of your plexiglass, never, ever use cleaning solution that contains ammonia to clean your plastic. The single most common problem with caring for plexiglass acrylic is the use of incorrect cleaning solutions.
The staff here at ePlastics ® would like to offer offer you a few bits of wisdom to help you get the most value out of your purchase. Care and cleaning of plexiglass acrylic sheet: Congratulations, you are the proud owner of a fine piece of plexiglass acrylic sheet.