SONAX PROFILINE Acryl+Glass Cleaner Glass Cleaner 5000ml

Streak-free cleaning of acrylic and plexiglass surfaces with SONAX PROFILINE Acryl+GlasReiniger

What can SONAX PROFILINE Acryl+GlasReiniger do? This special cleaner removes fingerprints, dust and light dirt from acrylic, plexiglass and real glass surfaces — streak-free, material-friendly and without residues that can damage sensitive plastic panes.

Acrylic and plexiglass are more sensitive than most users think: ordinary glass cleaners often contain alcohol or ammonia, which can dull, embrittle and crack plastic surfaces over time. Anyone who wants to professionally clean RV windows, motorcycle windscreens, headlight covers, or touchscreens needs a product specifically formulated for these surfaces. The SONAX PROFILINE Acryl+GlasReiniger is developed precisely for this — a gentle, material-compatible formula that cleans acrylic and plexiglass surfaces streak-free while maintaining transparency in the long term. Unlike aggressive universal cleaners, the PROFILINE formulation respects the softer structure of plastic panes and leaves neither milky streaks nor material damage. This makes it an indispensable tool in any detailing business that services not only cars but also RVs, motorcycles, or commercial vehicles with plastic glazing.

• Streak-free cleaning without aggressive solvents. The formulation avoids ingredients that attack plastic panes. The result: clear vision without milky streaks, even on dark or tinted acrylic windows. Especially in RVs and caravans, where large acrylic windows are installed, this difference is immediately noticeable. The formula leaves no film-like residues that become visible against the light or attract dust – a common problem with unsuitable cleaners.
• Versatile — from plexiglass to touchscreen. The cleaner is not limited to one application: It works equally well on acrylic glass, plexiglass, polycarbonate, real glass, mirrors, and touchscreens. This saves you from needing multiple specialized products and gives you one cleaner for all glass cleaning in your business. In everyday practice, this means you use the same product whether you're cleaning an RV window, a motorcycle visor, or an infotainment display.
• Professional 5-liter container for continuous use. In the PROFILINE format as a 5-liter canister, you get a product designed for commercial use in detailing businesses, RV workshops, and detailing studios. This quantity lasts a long time even with daily use — and the price per liter is significantly lower than smaller containers. For businesses that detail dozens of vehicles week after week, this is a noticeable cost advantage.

Practical tip from Detailing1: Always spray the Acryl+GlasReiniger onto a clean, soft microfiber cloth instead of directly onto the pane – this avoids over-application and prevents the cleaner from running into seals or gaps. On large surfaces like RV windows, it's best to work in sections from top to bottom and immediately wipe with a second, dry microfiber cloth. Important: Only use short-pile, soft cloths – long-pile or coarse microfiber can leave fine scratches on acrylic.

Acrylic glass cleaner for sensitive plastic panes – how the formula works

The crucial difference between an acrylic glass cleaner and a conventional glass cleaner lies in their chemical composition. Standard glass cleaners rely on isopropanol or ammonia to quickly dissolve grease films – which works perfectly on mineral glass. On acrylic glass (PMMA) and polycarbonate, however, these substances attack the softer plastic surface. The result is not immediately apparent but insidious: After weeks and months, the panes become cloudy, fine hairline cracks appear, and so-called stress corrosion cracking sets in. This is particularly annoying with high-quality RV windows or motorcycle windscreens, where replacement can quickly cost several hundred euros. Anyone who has observed this creeping process once with a customer immediately understands why a specialized acrylic glass cleaner is not a luxury, but active damage prevention.

The SONAX PROFILINE Acryl+GlasReiniger bypasses this problem with a surfactant-based formula that emulsifies dirt and fingerprints without attacking the material structure. The surfactants encapsulate dirt particles and detach them from the surface, allowing them to be completely picked up when wiped. At the same time, the formulation leaves no residues that attract new dirt – the pane stays clean longer than after cleaning with household remedies or unsuitable products. This self-cleaning effect is not a marketing promise, but a direct consequence of the residue-free formulation: Where no sticky residues remain on the surface, less dust adheres.

Another aspect many users overlook: acrylic glass can become electrostatically charged. Conventional cleaners often amplify this effect because they charge the surface as they evaporate. The Acryl+GlasReiniger counteracts this and reduces static charge. In practice, this means that dust particles do not immediately adhere to the freshly cleaned pane – a measurable advantage, especially for touchscreens and displays in vehicle interiors.

The pH neutrality of the formula also plays an important role. Acrylic glass is sensitive to strongly acidic or strongly alkaline cleaners – both can chemically attack the surface and lead to irreversible clouding. The SONAX PROFILINE Acryl+GlasReiniger operates in the neutral pH range and is therefore also suitable for coated acrylic panes, which are increasingly being installed in modern caravans and motorhomes. These coatings are intended to filter UV radiation or make the pane more scratch-resistant – an aggressive cleaner can damage them, while the PROFILINE formula respects the coating.

Cleaning Plexiglass – proper application for optimal results

Applying the Acryl+GlasReiniger is straightforward, but a few details make the difference between a good and a perfect result. The most important basic rule: Never work on hot surfaces. Direct sunlight or heated surfaces cause the cleaner to evaporate too quickly – streaks and marks are the result. An ideal working area is a shady spot or cleaning in the early morning when the surfaces are still cool. For RVs that have been in the sun all day, it is advisable to first cool down the windows with cold water.

For application, fill the cleaner undiluted into a pump sprayer and apply it evenly to the surface. Then, rub the pane with a clean, soft microfiber cloth in straight lines – no circular motions, as circular motions can leave fine micro-scratches on acrylic, which appear as so-called swirl marks under certain lighting conditions. A second dry cloth absorbs any remaining moisture and ensures a streak-free finish. For stubborn dirt on RV windows or motorcycle windscreens, allow the cleaner to dwell for ten to fifteen seconds before wiping – do not let it dry, as dried cleaning residues can leave stains that are difficult to remove.

In a commercial environment, a standardized three-step process is worthwhile: First, rinse off coarse dirt with plenty of clear water – this removes sand grains and coarse particles that would cause scratches during subsequent wiping. Second, apply the SONAX Acryl+GlasReiniger and allow it to dwell. Third, wipe with a soft microfiber cloth in straight lines and dry with a second cloth. Especially in caravan detailing, where window areas are often large, this structured process saves time and prevents rework. For particularly stubborn insect residues or tree sap stains on acrylic glass, you should pre-treat with a separate insect remover – the Acryl+GlasReiniger is designed as a cleaner for everyday dirt, not as an intensive cleaner for extreme contamination.

A note on storage: The Acryl+GlasReiniger is not frost-resistant. Therefore, store it in a heated area during the cold season. A product that has frozen once may lose its cleaning performance because the emulsion separates and no longer sprays homogeneously.

Areas of application – where the acrylic glass cleaner truly excels

The most common area of application in practice is RV and caravan cleaning. Almost all windows in RVs are made of acrylic glass – they are lighter than real glass and don't break as easily, but they are sensitive to incorrect cleaners. Those who regularly use the SONAX Acryl+GlasReiniger here will maintain the transparency of the windows for years and prevent the feared yellowing. Practice shows: caravans whose acrylic windows have been consistently cared for with a material-appropriate cleaner have noticeably better values in vehicle appraisals than those treated with household cleaners – because cloudy or scratched windows are immediately noticeable during any inspection.

A second important area: motorcycle windscreens and visors. These also almost always consist of polycarbonate or acrylic and cannot tolerate aggressive glass cleaners. Here, a practical advantage of the Acryl+GlasReiniger comes into play: it can also be easily applied on the go when the windscreen is full of insect residues after a country road trip. A small pump sprayer with the cleaner and a soft cloth are enough to quickly restore visibility – without stressing the material.

The third area of application, which is often underestimated, is touchscreens and displays – in vehicles, infotainment systems, navigation devices, or industrial machinery. The cleaner removes fingerprints without leaving residues and reduces static charge, so new dust particles are not immediately attracted. Anyone who regularly details vehicle interiors in a detailing business knows the problem: fingerprints on the central display often look worse after cleaning with a normal glass cleaner than before, because the cleaner leaves a greasy film. This does not happen with the SONAX Acryl+GlasReiniger.

The cleaner also works perfectly on real glass. If you don't want to keep a separate product for every type of glass in your detailing business, you can use the Acryl+GlasReiniger as a universal solution. It does not replace the SONAX PROFILINE Glass Detailer Concentrate, but ideally complements it: The Glass Detailer is optimized as a concentrate for quick glass cleaning on real glass and can be diluted, while the Acryl+GlasReiniger is used undiluted where plastic panes are involved. In practice, many businesses have both products on the shelf – the Glass Detailer for daily windscreen and side window cleaning, the Acryl+GlasReiniger for special cases with sensitive surfaces.

Acrylic glass cleaner comparison – PROFILINE vs. Caravan variant vs. Household remedies

In addition to the PROFILINE Acryl+GlasReiniger, SONAX also offers a caravan version in a smaller container. The difference: The caravan version is aimed at end consumers and comes with its own spray head in a handy 750 ml bottle – ideal for occasional cleaning at home or at the campsite. The PROFILINE canister with five liters, on the other hand, is intended for continuous use in commercial operations and is significantly cheaper per liter. Both products are comparable in formulation, but the PROFILINE format is the more economical choice for detailers who process several vehicles daily. Experience shows that a five-liter canister is sufficient for several weeks of intensive use.

We strongly advise against household remedies such as dish soap and water or vinegar solutions on acrylic glass. Dish soap often leaves residues that appear as a milky film on plastic panes. Vinegar is acidic and can damage the surface over time, especially on coated acrylic panes. Pure alcohol solutions, often touted as a secret tip on the internet, are also not a good idea: Isopropanol can dissolve PMMA and lead to irreversible clouding. The supposed savings from household remedies quickly become an expensive mistake when acrylic panes have to be replaced.

Microfiber cloths are also not all the same – only soft, short-pile cloths with a low GSM value are suitable for acrylic. Coarse all-purpose microfiber cloths can cause fine scratches. Anyone who works professionally with acrylic glass should keep a separate stack of soft cloths specifically for plastic panes and never use them for other cleaning tasks where dirt particles could get into the fabric. When in doubt: rather a new cloth than a “probably clean” one – because a single grain of sand in the fabric is enough for a visible scratch on the sensitive acrylic surface. This sounds overly cautious, but it's the difference between a professional and an average result.

Who benefits from the SONAX PROFILINE Acryl+GlasReiniger?

The Acryl+GlasReiniger is the right choice for anyone who regularly works with plastic panes. Especially for RV detailers who clean acrylic windows daily, the 5-liter PROFILINE container is economical and practical. The investment pays off after just a few applications compared to smaller containers. Motorcycle workshops also benefit, because the cleaner works equally well for windscreens, visors, and instrument covers, meaning one less product in stock.

For detailing businesses, the Acryl+GlasReiniger is recommended as a supplement to the regular glass cleaning workflow. The combination with the SONAX PROFILINE GlassPolish also covers stubborn cases: first, mechanically remove light scratches and cloudiness with the glass polish, then clean streak-free with the Acryl+GlasReiniger. For heavily dulled headlight covers made of polycarbonate, the SONAX PROFILINE HeadlightPolish can be used beforehand to grind the surface clear again – after that, the Acryl+GlasReiniger ensures fine cleaning. For interior surfaces, touchscreens, and sensitive surfaces, the SONAX PROFILINE SensitiveSurface Detailer rounds off the setup.

For businesses with a mixed customer base — car detailing, RV detailing, motorcycle care — the Acryl+GlasReiniger reduces product diversity in stock. Instead of keeping separate cleaners for acrylic, polycarbonate, and real glass, one product covers all three materials. This simplifies training new employees and minimizes the risk of accidentally using an unsuitable cleaner on sensitive plastic panes — a mistake that occurs more frequently in practice than one might think.

Important to know: The Acryl+GlasReiniger is a cleaner, not a sealant. It removes dirt and provides clarity, but offers no long-term protection against UV radiation or mechanical stress. If you want to additionally protect your acrylic panes, you can apply a material-appropriate plastic sealant after cleaning. For the sole purpose of cleaning – and this is the main need for most users – the SONAX PROFILINE Acryl+GlasReiniger delivers exactly what it promises: streak-free clarity on all common acrylic and glass surfaces, gentle on materials and without compromising cleaning performance.