Apothecary Diaries Acrylic Board Care: Scratches

Quick answer

Prevent scratches by handling the board only by its edges, cleaning with a soft microfiber cloth and mild soap, and storing it flat in a sleeve or between soft dividers. Avoid paper towels, abrasive cleaners, and loose storage.

Step-by-step scratch prevention routine

1. Set up a clean, soft workspace: Lay a clean microfiber cloth or soft towel on a flat surface before handling the board. Common mistake: working on a bare desk or paper, which can trap grit under the acrylic. Never place the board face-down on a hard surface.
2. Handle by the edges only: Pick up the board by its outer edges, not the printed face. Keep rings and watch bands away from the surface. Common mistake: gripping the center to move it, which transfers oils and grit. Wash and dry your hands before any handling session.
3. Dust before you wipe: Use a dry microfiber cloth or a soft camera brush to lift loose dust first. Common mistake: wiping dust across the surface with a dry paper towel, which drags particles and causes scratches. If you feel grit, stop and re-dust rather than pressing harder.
4. Clean with mild soap and water: Mix a drop of mild dish soap in lukewarm water. Dampen a microfiber cloth, wipe gently in straight lines, then rinse with a clean damp cloth. Common mistake: using glass cleaner, alcohol, or abrasive pads, which can cloud or craze the acrylic. Never spray cleaner directly onto the board; apply it to the cloth.
5. Dry completely before display: Pat dry with a clean microfiber cloth and let the board air-dry fully before placing it back. Common mistake: reassembling or storing while damp, which can leave water spots or trap moisture against the print. Check edges and corners for trapped droplets.
6. Store flat and separated: Keep the board in a soft sleeve or between two sheets of acid-free paper in a flat box. Do not stack bare boards face-to-face. Common mistake: leaning boards against each other in a drawer, where edges rub and scuff. Label the sleeve so you do not slide the board in and out repeatedly.

Product note

• 10384 The Apothecary Diaries New Visuals Acrylic Board-E: Acrylic board featuring new visuals from The Apothecary Diaries. The printed artwork is the focal point, so clean and store the board with the image side protected from abrasion.