Introduction
Soft touch plastic coatings are popular on consumer electronics devices. They decompose into an unpleasant, sticky goo after a few years that can be removed with a mild solvent.
Tips
- Avoid using stronger solvents such as acetone as they can damage the underlying plastic.
- For thicker coatings, allow more contact time with the alcohol before cleaning.
- These coatings are difficult to remove until they become sticky.
- Ventilation and gloves are recommended with any solvent.
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Generously apply alcohol directly to the goo.
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Let it dissolve for a few seconds.
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Scrub until clean.
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Conclusion
Coat or vinyl wrap the shiny plastic to your liking. Some ideas include rubberized paint (plastidip) or flocking.
