Freds_Premium t1_je2jck9 wrote on March 28, 2023 at 11:02 PM

I have 64 pvc pipes that I need to clean for a furniture project. What's the best way to clean them? They are all 30" long. They could be soaked in some sort of plastic tub. The question is, will diluted acetone work? Soaking for more than 24 hours to hopefully not have to do a lot of hand scrubbing.

--Ty-- t1_jed91wk wrote on March 31, 2023 at 4:09 AM

Acetone eats PVC.

The best way to clean them is simply to clean them. Bring them into the shower with you, or take a pressure washer to them, or put them in a big tub of soapy water to soak for a while.

Freds_Premium t1_jedaj1l wrote on March 31, 2023 at 4:24 AM

Thanks, I'll give that method a try. You mean the lettering will also come off with just a soak in soap and water?

--Ty-- t1_jedd4es wrote on March 31, 2023 at 4:51 AM

No, there's no way to remove the lettering without also damaging the tubing. wiping with acetone will be the fastest way.