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With the improvement of living standards, acrylic sheet with lightweight, beautiful, high transparency and other advantages, more and more into our lives. Whether it is a decorative partition at home, or a display rack in a shopping mall, or an outdoor billboard, acrylic sheets are very popular. But many people often use the wrong way to clean the acrylic plate, resulting in the surface of the plate scratching, fogging or yellowing, it is a pity.
Then how in the end the correct cleaning acrylic sheet? Today we will talk to you about a few simple and practical tips to help you keep the acrylic sheet long clear and beautiful.
Why acrylic sheet to special care?
Although acrylic sheet looks beautiful, but the surface hardness is much lower than glass, the slightest attention is easy to be scratched or leave unsightly traces. And some common cleaners contain alcohol, ammonia or abrasive, the acrylic surface has a corrosive effect, the use of which may lead to acrylic panels appear fogging, cracking or darkening of the colour.
Therefore, the cleaning of acrylic panels must avoid the use of cleaning agents containing harsh chemicals, can not use hard bristles or rough rags, not to dry wipe.
The correct cleaning steps for acrylic panels
First rinse the surface dust with water
Before cleaning, use water to rinse off the surface dust and particles, to avoid scraping dust into the acrylic surface when wiping directly with a cloth, resulting in scratches.
Prepare a cleaning solution with warm water and neutral detergent
Prepare a basin of warm water, add a small amount of neutral detergent (do not use ammonia-containing or alcohol-containing) and mix well.
Gently wipe with a soft, non-fibre shedding cloth
Dip a clean, soft microfibre cloth or cotton cloth into the cleaning solution and gently wipe the surface of the acrylic board, be gentle and avoid excessive force.
Rinse with clean water after cleaning
Rinse off the cleaning agent residue with clean water to avoid the effect on the acrylic surface over time.
Dry with a clean, soft cloth
Finally, dry with a dry cloth or microfibre cloth to prevent water stains from leaving watermarks.
Tips for Different Types of Acrylic Sheet
General Purpose Acrylic Sheet
General Purpose Acrylic Sheet for everyday use (e.g. Acrylmate Plastics General Purpose Acrylic Sheet) is relatively durable, but it is important to avoid prolonged exposure to strong UV rays, as this can lead to yellowing. To clean, follow the steps above and be careful not to use abrasive cleaners.
Mirror acrylic sheets
Mirror acrylic sheets (e.g. Acrylmate Plastics Mirror Acrylic Sheet) have a smooth mirror-like surface and are ideal for high-end decorative and display applications. Care should be taken when cleaning. It is recommended to use a special anti-static microfibre cloth to avoid dust adhesion and to wipe gently to avoid scratches.
Common Cleaning Misconceptions and Solutions
Misconceptions 1: Use alcohol or glass water to wipe acrylic
Many people think that the glass and acrylic is almost the same, directly with glass water to clean, the result is that the surface of the acrylic becomes fuzzy and white. The correct approach is to use warm water and neutral detergent, avoid the use of cleaning agents containing alcohol or ammonia.
Misunderstanding two: hard brushes or rough rags with hard scrubbing
This method is easy to scratch the surface of acrylic, clean acrylic most avoid scratches, it is recommended to use a soft microfiber cloth.
Misunderstanding three: dry wipe or dry rag wipe
dry wipe easy to take away the dust but also take away the protective layer of the acrylic surface, easy to produce scratches, cleaning, it is best to cooperate with the water wet wipe.
Acrylic board maintenance tips
Try to avoid long-term exposure of acrylic board in direct sunlight, to reduce the damage of ultraviolet radiation on the plate.
Regular cleaning with warm water and neutral detergent to keep the board clean and prevent the accumulation of stains.
If there are slight scratches on the surface of the acrylic sheet, you can use a special acrylic polish to deal with them.
When encountering more stubborn stains, do not use chemical solvents to wipe directly, you can contact professional manufacturers for advice.
Custom Acrylic Sheet and Professional Service Recommendations
If you need to select the right acrylic sheet for a specific application, or want a professional customised solution, welcome to Acrylmate Plastics' Customised Services page. They provide professional support throughout the entire process, from material selection, design, processing to after sales, to help you find the most suitable product and maintenance solution.
For more information on acrylic sheet, you can visit the Acrylmate Plastics website. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us for technical support and consulting services.
