this info shared by fellow CTMH consultant Bren Yule
for cleaning acrylic stamps...As part of our My Acrylix durability studies we’ve done extensive researchon the best ways to clean and care for our new stamps and mounting blocks.For best results, we recommend the following:1. Clean your stamps (and the block if needed) immediately after use. Thelonger ink remains, the more difficult it will be to remove. (Pigment inkssuch as Close To My Heart Archival Ink and Staz On will permanentlydiscolor the stamp image. As was the case with rubber, you will alsonotice that over time darker inks like reds and purples will also causesome discoloration. )2. Use My Acrylix Spritz or Stamp Cleaner and the Double Scrubber forregular cleaning. These products are the most effective at removingresidual ink, and will not damage My Acrylix regardless of use. Werecommend cleaning the stamps while still on the blocks. (Wash your DoubleScrubber pads in the dishwasher to remove excess fibers.)3. Use soap and water to restore tack. Dust, dirt, and oils may cause yourstamps to become less sticky over time. If you find they seem lessadhesive, simply wash the stamps with dish soap and water to restore theiroriginal “stick.” (Continual use of soap and water will eventually cause abuild-up. We recommend using this method occasionally, only as needed.)4. Use alcohol to remove residue. If you notice a residue on the back ofyour stamps, rub them with alcohol using a non-abrasive, fiber free cloth.DO NOT USE ALCOHOL ON MY ACRYLIX BLOCKS. (Extensive use of alcohol is notrecommended. Use this method occasionally, only as needed.)The following are answers to several Frequently Asked Questions inregards to the care of My Acrylix.Q. Will Staz On ink or cleaner damage My Acrylix?A. Staz On ink was designed for permanently decorating non-porous surfacessuch as glass, metal, and ceramic, not for use in albums or with papercrafts. The ink has no effect on the stamp or block, other thandiscoloration. We recommend cleaning your stamps with the Spritz or StampCleaner as outlined above, immediately after use for best results.Staz On Cleaner was designed to erase mistakes or residual ink on yourstamped surface before the ink dries. Although it is safe to use on yourstamps, we do not recommend using Staz On cleaner (or any oil basedcleaner) on My Acrylix blocks.Q. Will alcohol damage My Acrylix?A. As discussed above, alcohol is okay for the occasional cleaning ofstamps only. We do not recommend cleaning My Acrylix blocks withalcohol-based products, as the alcohol may cause hairline fractures in thematerial.Q. Is the My Acrylix Spritz Cleaner different from the Spritz Cleanerpreviously available?A. No. Although we changed the name and packaging to reflect the MyAcrylix brand, the product is the same. This cleaner is the preferredmethod of regular cleaning.Q. Can I use baby wipes to clean my stamps?A. Baby wipes will leave a fibrous residue on both the stamps and blocks.Although they will not damage My Acrylix, we do not recommend their use.Q. Can I use dish soap and water instead of the Spritz or Stamp Cleanerto clean My Acrylix?A. As mentioned, soap and water is very effective at removing the dust anddirt that can reduce “stickiness” over time. Continual use however, willcause a build up on your stamps. To remove ink, we recommend using theSpritz or Stamp Cleaner and the Double Scrubber as outlined.Q. Can I use acetone to clean My Acrylix?A. We do not recommend the use of acetone on any stamping product.Q. I often use the bleaching technique. Will this harm my stamps?A. Using the bleaching technique will not harm your stamps. We recommendthat you use bleach with caution however, and immediately remove it fromyour stamps with the Spritz or Stamp Cleaner.Q. I sometimes get ink on my block when stamping. What’s the best way toclean it?A. Clean My Acrylix blocks immediately after use with the Spritz or StampCleaner as needed. Do not use alcohol or oil based cleaners.--
