Reply To: Question about removing gradient lines

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Friends have used acetone to soften the plastic and soften/diminish the gradient lines in print jobs that they have done.

* It only works on certain plastics.

* Putting it in an enclosure (fish tank, sealed acrylic box) and letting the fumes work overnight gives a more subtle effect. Warming the acetone makes the fumes stronger and more aggressive.

* Rubbing the acetone directly on the piece acts similar to sanding it.

**** I have no actual experience with this, it’s just what I’ve been told by friends explaining how they do it.*****