However if it is plasticized vinyl like vinyl car seats or vinyl bags the acetone may extract the plasticizer and cause the vinyl to crack.
Is vinyl safe with acetone.
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One must question if these surfaces are safe for children.
Although vinyl is durable it can still fall victim to stains.
Areas like the skimmer returns drains steps and pool lights.
It will dissolve most plastics.
Leaks in vinyl pools are patched with an underwater vinyl patch kit.
So it looks like acetone is compatible with vinyl if you don t want the vinyl to dissolve.
Vinyl floor adhesive make a mess during installation even if you are careful and using acetone can remove the adhesive quickly.
Any ph neutral floor cleaner is safe to use on vinyl flooring.
Avoid using ammonia based cleaning solutions highly abrasive scrubbers or detergents when removing stains from vinyl.
Like with any other chemical safety precautions are necessary when using acetone.
Cleaners with a similar chemistry to vinyl siding e g those containing organic solvents or petroleum ethers like acetone benzene or tetrahydrofuran can damage it creating dark and hazy.
Can i assume that the acetone will not harm the vinyl.
Vinyl flooring is concerning because it is made up of processed material and contains chemicals.
The great stuff for windows blue can can says uncured foam can be cleaned with acetone.
They can damage the floor or leave a dull film in their wake.
Merck index 12 edition plus i m a chemist.
Yes acetone is a very powerful solvent.
I never put or spilled any acetone on vinyl so i can not swear on my mothers grave or in a court of law.
Acetone works well and does not have as strong of an odor as paint thinner or other chemicals you can use for the same task.