Nail Polish Remover - 1001 uses

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Acetone, commonly called Nail Polish Remover, has many uses around the shop. Here are some of them related to straight razor restoration.


Plastic Scale Refinishing - I'm sure we all have a razor with plastic scales that have some small scratches, scuffs, stains etc. Take a rag and make a tight nub out of a part of it about the size of a golf ball. Apply some acetone to this then immediately rub it vigorously on the scales. Don't stop moving and make quick circular movements. This will disolve a thin layer of the plastic and redistribute it evenly. When you're done, put the scales down to dry a minute, then buff lightly with a clean rag.

Plastic Welding - You can fuse most plastics using acetone. Just apply a drop to one of the surfaces and hold the other surface in place until it dries. There are other, better chemicals for this (methylene chloride comes to mind) but acetone works in a pinch. A drop of acetone on a crack in your scales is also a great way to stabilize it (prevent it from getting worse or separating)

Blade Sanitizing - Acetone is a very effective disinfectant and is a drying agent.

Permanent Marker Remover - Acetone will disolve permanent marker ink very effectively. Use it to clean your blades after using a marker to check your bevel when honing, or on your shirt when you accidentally mark it.

Super Glue Solvent - Glue yourself to your bench? Reach for the acetone. Apply, let it soak and gently pry the surfaces apart, applying more if needed.



Anybody got other uses?