Sand the PVC a little bit at a time until you get the desired results. PVC heats up when it is sanded, from the friction. This can cause the PVC to warp, which can ruin your project or endanger you, if it breaks and causes you to come in contact with the machine. Sand until it gets hot.
Also to know is, can you sand down PVC trim?
Though PVC is considered impervious to moisture, this is not always true. Cut edges can expose open cells that will hold moisture and lead to mildew and algae growth. To avoid this, seal all cut edges by sanding them with 320-grit sandpaper, then wiping the edges with acetone.
Also know, can you use sandpaper on PVC?
Avoid using abrasives, such as sandpaper to clean the surface of Furniture Grade PVC. This will scratch the surface of the PVC pipe and cause a swirling or line effect to appear in the pipe surface, or may leave a dull finish.
Does acetone remove PVC?
For PVC glue that has started to set, you’ll need to use acetone on a clean cloth to wipe it away. When the glue has been allowed to fully dry on the PVC pipe, you’ll need to use a special solvent to break down and loosen up that bond.
How do you smooth PVC cuts?
Using a PVC pipe cutter (such as this Ridgid ratcheting PVC cutter available on Amazon, good for up to 1⅝-inch pipe)—which looks like a pair of pliers with a very sharp, thick blade fitted on one side—is by far the quickest, most convenient way to cleanly cut PVC pipe.