Getting Paper Wrap Off Acrylic Sheet

Use a little elbow grease working on one area until it s clear before moving to the next area.

Getting paper wrap off acrylic sheet.

Scratching off the sticker may be tempting. Once the sheet has been scored clamp the acrylic on a table edge so that the table edge aligns with the scored line of the sheet. Whether the acrylic is used for a fish tank table or other item being able to have a clean mark free piece is important. It is frustrating to remove a sticker from acrylic only to find a sticky residue left behind.

Because plexiglas can be marred easily however do not scratch off the sticker. Once you confirm the clamp is secure apply pressure to the piece of sheet that is hanging off of the table until it breaks off. If the cut was deep enough into the sheet there will be a clean edge. If it does slowly work your way across the sheet if you go too fast the paper will rip making removal more difficult.

Many of these sheets used an adhesive that is heat activated. Dab some on the adhesive and rub it in with a paper towel. It may come off in stages but persistence and the powerful citrus agent will eventually produce a clean substrate ready for a new application of custom graphics. Residue can also be left behind by tape or other sticky substances.

Removing a sticky sticker is as easy as moistening the sticker with lighter fluid which is a refined form of kerosene. Using lighter fluid on acrylic styrene or polycarbonate plastics should be safe. Leaving the film on the bottom protects the sheet from getting scratched by the grate below but won t cause flare. Repeat for two to three minutes applying constant pressure.