How to Care for Your Lucite Acrylic Racks

Your LuvMahjong racks and pushers are made from premium lucite acrylic — chosen for its crystal clarity, satisfying weight, and anti-scratch strength. Treated well, they'll stay glossy and gorgeous game night after game night. The good news? Caring for acrylic is simple once you know a few golden rules. Here's everything you need to keep your racks looking brand new.

The one thing to remember

Acrylic is beautiful but soft — it scratches more easily than glass. Almost all acrylic care comes down to a single principle: never drag dry grit across the surface. Do that, and the rest is easy.

Your everyday clean (do this)

1. Dust off first. Before wiping, gently blow or shake off any loose dust and crumbs. Wiping dry debris is the number-one cause of fine scratches.
2. Use a soft, damp microfibre cloth. Lukewarm water with a drop of mild dish soap is all you need. Wring the cloth so it's damp, not dripping.
3. Wipe gently, in one direction. Let the cloth do the work — no scrubbing or pressure.
4. Dry with a fresh microfibre cloth. A clean, lint-free cloth leaves that streak-free shine.

Keep a dedicated cloth just for your racks. A cloth that's been used elsewhere can carry grit and chemical residue that scratches or dulls the surface.

What to avoid (this matters most)

• No glass cleaners, Windex, or ammonia. Ammonia-based sprays eat into acrylic and leave it permanently cloudy. This is the fastest way to ruin a clear rack.
• No paper towels, tissues, or scouring pads. They're abrasive and full of tiny fibres that scratch.
• No harsh solvents or scouring powders. Skip acetone, alcohol-based cleaners, and abrasive creams entirely.
• No dry-wiping. If the surface is dusty, dampen your cloth first — always.

Handling those little scratches

Light surface scratches are a normal part of a well-loved set — and the beauty of acrylic is that many of them can be buffed away. A dedicated acrylic polish (such as the Novus range: #2 for fine scratches, #3 followed by #2 for deeper ones) can restore the shine. Always test on a small, hidden area first, and follow the product's instructions.

A note on the magnets

Your LuvMahjong racks feature long-life magnetic pushers. Keep them away from prolonged water exposure — a damp wipe is perfect, but never soak or submerge them. Store them clicked together or laid flat so the magnets and edges stay protected.

Smart storage

• Store racks flat or standing, not stacked under heavy objects that could press or bow them.
• Keep them in a soft pouch or their box to avoid rubbing against hard surfaces.
• Avoid leaving them in a hot car or direct heat for long stretches — acrylic is durable, but extreme heat isn't its friend.

💡 Pro tip: Stand your racks upright in a laundry basket. You can grab the right colour in a second without sliding them against each other — no rummaging, no scratches.

The 30-second summary

• ✅ Blow off dust first
• ✅ Damp microfibre cloth + a drop of mild soap
• ✅ Dry with a clean, soft cloth
• ❌ No Windex, ammonia, or paper towels
• ❌ Never wipe dry grit
• ✨ Buff light scratches with an acrylic-safe polish

Treat your racks with this gentle routine and they'll stay as clear and lovely as the day they arrived — ready to make every game night a little more beautiful.

Happy playing,
The LuvMahjong Team