What is the best way to clean polycarbonate?

Wash with lukewarm water and mild soap: Mix together your water and soap in a bucket and wash the polycarbonate using a soft sponge or microfiber cloth to avoid scratching the material. Make sure your detergent has no harsh chemicals that could damage the plastic, such as white spirits.

How do you clean solid polycarbonate?

Use a mild soap, such as a dishwashing liquid. Don’t use any cleaning product with harsh chemicals, including ammonia, alcohol, and bleach. If it’s too harsh for direct skin contact, it’s probably too harsh for your polycarbonate panel.

What should you not use on polycarbonate?

Please… never, ever, use cleaners containing ammonia. Cleaners such as Windex or 409 will harm your new piece of polycarbonate. Use only products specifically recommended for cleaning polycarbonate such as Novus #1, or Brillianize, and a soft cloth.

How do you remove stains from polycarbonate?

Clean polycarbonate gently using warm water with a few drops of liquid detergent and a microfibre cloth. Put plenty of water in your bucket so that you can rinse the cloth frequently. This prevents any dirt and grit from scratching the polycarbonate.

Can you pressure wash polycarbonate?

You might be tempted to use a pressure washer to clean a polycarbonate greenhouse or patio roof but don’t! The blast of water under high pressure will damage the surface of the polycarbonate. If your roof is very dirty, use an ordinary garden hose to rinse off any loose debris then clean the panels as described above.

Can you use alcohol to clean polycarbonate?

Alcohol solutions (isopropyl alcohol / purified water) or wipes with at least 70 percent alcohol are effective for sanitization of most hard surfaces. First, clean the surface with soap and water. Apply the alcohol solution and let it sit on the surface for at least 30 seconds to disinfect.

Can you use alcohol on polycarbonate?

Cleaners and solvents generally recommended for use on polycarbonate are not necessarily compatible with the UV-protected surfaces of Lexan multiwall, corrugated and sign polycarbonate materials. Always test a small area first. Do not use alcohols or butyl cellosolve on the UV-protected surfaces of Lexan sheet.

How do you protect polycarbonate from ultraviolet?

Think of it as a “buffer of brightness.” We protect our skin with sunscreen to ward off the sun’s harmful UV rays, which can cause blistering and burning. When polycarbonate sheets are UV stabilized, they are infused with their own form of “sunscreen,” which protects the product from warping or discoloration.

Does clear polycarbonate turn yellow?

Unlike acrylic though, the colour clarity of polycarbonate does diminish over time and will adopt a yellow hue with prolonged exposure to the UV rays.

Is Windex safe for polycarbonate?

Popular household cleaners such as Windex or 409 will cause damage to polycarbonate sheets and should never be used as a substitute for a proper cleaner. Using a dry cloth to clean your polycarbonate will rub the dirt and dust into your polycarbonate sheet, scratching or causing damage to it.

What are clear polycarbonate sheets?

Clear polycarbonate sheets and rod provided by Interstate Plastics is a lightweight, virtually unbreakable plastic with extreme impact resistance. Polycarbonate is also known by brand names including PolyGal®, and Makrolon®.

What is polycarbonate plastic?

Polycarbonate is also known by brand names including PolyGal®, and Makrolon®. Polycarbonate plastic is a thermoforming finished plasticeasily worked, molded, and thermoformed.

What is polycarbonate AR?

Polycarbonate is a versatile, tough, durable plastic used for a variety of applications. High impact strength, dimensional stability, and the lowest internal stress and inclusion levels. Polycarbonate is a versatile, tough, durable plastic used for a variety of applications. Polycarbonate AR is an abrasion and enhanced UV-resistant sheet.

What is the maximum sheet size of polycarbonate?

Applications & Uses Material Polycarbonate Finish Clear Available Thicknesses 2mm, 3mm, 4mm, 5mm, 6mm, 8mm, 10mm, 12mm Maximum Sheet Size 3050mm x 2030mm Minimum Sheet Size 100mm x 50mm