Is there a way to fix crazing in acrylic?

Question

I think it's due to stress.

Answer 1

Rob, In part the answer to your question will depend on what form of item we're talking about, the materials overall thickness, the extent of the damage, and to a degree may also vary based on how much time and labor you're willing to put towards the project.

There are some products around that are applied like a furniture polish (spray-n-wipe), that can mask mild crazing or flaws, however they are not a lasting repair and many are far from achieving what they promise.

Crazing or scratches in acrylic are generally only going to be removed by removing surface material to the same depth as the damage. Depending on the extent, this means polishing with a super-fine polishing compound (similar to a car wax), or multiple steps of sanding with progressively finer sandpapers before finalized with a polishing compound.

This can be quite a chore, and extreme caution should be taken if using a power sander/buffer for any of the task; acrylic can easily be ruined by burnishing from a power surfacing tool.

Good Luck!

Answer 2

Sounds like age-crazing to me , and there is no way it can be reversed, like my skin !

Answer 3

wat ru talkin about