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Nonabrasive

adj.kind, capableprofessional

What it means

Gentle enough not to scratch, damage, or irritate.

Reach for it when describing contact or material gentle enough for a vulnerable surface

The conservator chose a nonabrasive cloth for the delicate frame.

Choose between these

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  • everyday

    mild

    when low intensity is enough

    not when Mild is too broad for conservation or material specifications.

  • everyday

    soft

    when low hardness or a yielding texture is the reason

    not when Soft materials can still contain abrasive particles.

  • warm

    gentle

    when mild contact matters more than technical surface damage

    not when Gentle does not guarantee that a material will not scratch.

  • professional

    nonirritating

    when comfort on skin is the intended benefit

    not when A skin-safe product may still abrade glass or paint.

  • professional

    scratch-free

    when avoiding visible marks is the tested claim

    not when Scratch-free says nothing about chemical or skin irritation.

Said against

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  • abrasive
  • scratchy
  • scouring

It naturally appears in

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  • nonabrasive cleaner

    A nonabrasive cleaner removed the residue without dulling the finish.

  • nonabrasive cloth

    Use a nonabrasive cloth on the coated lens.

  • nonabrasive method

    The conservator tested a nonabrasive method on a hidden corner.

Where this comes from

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