Glass Polish 14017 Plastic & Acrylic Polishing Compound for Professional High-Gloss Micro Finishes - 50ml
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Glass Polish 14017 Plastic & Acrylic Polishing Compound for Professional High-Gloss Micro Finishes - 50ml
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VuPlex ®effortlessly removes stains that other cleaners won’t touch, by applying a micro-layer of protectant, sealing the porous surface. Choose threetypes of sandpaper: a coarse one (180 grit), a medium one (320 grit) and a light one (600 grit). Start with the coarse sandpaper and work up to the finest.If your acrylic has deep scratches start off with the coarse 180 sandpaper. If your acrylic has only very light scratches start with the medium 320 grit. Keep your sander moving at all times to avoid heat build-up.As you work use a soft cotton cloth to remove debris to prevent any scratching.Acrylic starts to soften at 80 degrees, so it is important to keep it cool while you work. Water, water mist or soluble oils (oil in water emulsions) are good for this job. When cleaning or polishing your acrylic panels, you should use an anti-static spray and a cloth to neutralise any static build-up in the material. These cleaners are readily available online; look for brands such as Ambersil.
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.Do not use on printed, varnished or coated surfaces. Not suitable for polycarbonate or other materials. 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! Also watch out for overheating the acrylic which will melt it.Producing clean, glossy edges is an amazing result – if your edges still look matt after you’ve flame polished you may have gone too fast. Wait for your acrylic to cool down and give it another go.
Due to its durability and low profile, acrylic can be stored almost anywhere. There are a few things to keep in mind, though: Acrylic is one of the most commonplace plastics around today, though it is found in many forms. You know acrylic as Perspex, Plexiglas, or Acrylite, as these are all different trade names for the same plastic material.
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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.
Whether you opt for hot, soapy water or an acrylic cleaner, be gentle and only use light pressure as you wipe. Too much pressure can actually cause scratching. Use a dry soft cotton cloth to dry off the acrylic. Give it a little buff or polish with this cloth too. 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. 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!
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Scrape the acrylic by moving the razor blade or sharp tool from side to side, evenly scraping off excess and scratched acrylic.Angle your razor blade or tool at 10 degrees to avoid digging into your acrylic.The noise isn’t pleasant, but the scraping technique works and prepares acrylic for sanding, buffing and polishing. 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. 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.
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