Acrylic Buffing

[MirrorDetailing]

Need to know if anyone has any experience with buffing/polishing arcylic surfaces. Something similar to a clear acrylic plexy style sheets. Need and idea of a polish to use and any type of buffing pads and if it works with the Griots or Megs DA Polisher.

 

[Ron Ketcham]

Need a bit more specific information regarding the "plex" or such.

An idea, is it cast or sheet, it is coated or non-coated, how old are the sheets?

Sometimes these things don't matter, at other times, very important.

Grumpy

 

[togwt]

At the base (Jacksonville NAS) they use Novus products on jet windows and helmet visors



The type of polishing cloth you use will make a difference; nonabrasive, absorbent and lint free. Uses a soft 100% cotton towel (Swisswax or Zymol) avoid using polyester (Microfiber), which can scratch unprotected plastics.



If using a machine polisher (Novas 2 & 3) use low speed and light pressure with a clean 100% cotton bonnet (as opposed to foam) to avoid overheating the plastic



Novus 1 - gently cleans all plastics without scratching, leaves a lustrous shine that resists fogging, repels dust, and eliminates static.



Novus 2 - removes fine scratches, haziness, and abrasions from most plastics (exceptional for removing scratches from Plexiglas). Use repeatedly and restore faded and discoloured plastics.



Novus 3 -removes medium scratches and abrasions from most acrylic surfaces.

 

[Bill D]

That's an overlooked,forgotten line I think everyone ought to consider having in their arsenal. They can really put the finishing touch on interior gauges,light fixtures,etc. I've had my Novus triplets for years.