An acrylic painting needs to be well cared for if you want to preserve it correctly. The softness of its texture means that it often accumulates dust and dirt over time. This is why we've prepared the following steps to help you take good care of your artwork so that you can keep it in mint condition:
Check that the paint is dry. This is the first step to follow. Acrylics dry right away, so it shouldn't be a problem. Still, you must check it and avoid touching the paint until at least 24 hours after your last session.
Wipe the dust off with a brush. A soft-bristled one would be ideal, although you can also use a duster for this. Wipe gently from top to bottom.
You can use soap and water. This is another option with which you need to be very careful. If you have any doubts, you are advised to check with a restorer. If you do it yourself, prepare a very mild solution of water and detergent. The less detergent you use, the better it will be.
Dampen a cloth in the solution. Use it to slowly and gently remove the dirt so as not to damage the paint in any way. The cloth should be in near dry condition. Certain acrylic paints are diluted with water, so be very careful.