Hey there,
For years I have been wondering about this and I just wanted your opinion.
I have been playing on a vewlix and I have an official shiny plastic control panel. The issue that I have is that the control panel is sticky. No matter how many times I clean it my hand always stick to it. It’s like the pores of my hand create a vacuum and stick to the shiny plastic (like an octopus ).
However, if the control panel has a “matte” finish, then I have no issues. When I say “matte” I mean like the control panel of an All.net p-ras multi cabinet. For those who don’t know it’s the cabinet that plays Virtua Fighter 5 E-sports here in Japan.
So my questions are…
1-Does anyone else have this issue of shiny plastic control panels sticking to your hands? I dont think it’s an issue where my hands are dirty or the control panel is not clean since I clean it almost every day after play.
2-Is there any shop that offers vewlix control panels that have a “matte” finish rather than shiny plastic? Jasen’s customs used to offer a Lindbergh “matte” control panel when the shop existed. I actually bought one and it’s really good.
3- Does anyone know if there is a cleaning product that can reduce the stickiness of shiny plastic control panels? I really hate the feeling. I’m almost capable of buying chalk dust and wiping my hands with it in order to have a smooth feeling when playing.
Sorry for the long topic. Thanks to anyone who spent the time to read it.
Peace!
“Shiny plastic” control panel vs “matte” control panel. I need your opinion.
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Re: “Shiny plastic” control panel vs “matte” control panel. I need your opinion.
All i can suggest is..panel is removed 'Keyed' & repainted in clear satin..
Or cheaper quick option...remove part, & a light wet/dry with p1600 paper..warm water with a dash of F-liquid.
No need to apologise here!?..we like a good read, esp with photo's etc..
Its all personal preference really..some like matt & some folk like shiny!.
Or cheaper quick option...remove part, & a light wet/dry with p1600 paper..warm water with a dash of F-liquid.
No need to apologise here!?..we like a good read, esp with photo's etc..
Its all personal preference really..some like matt & some folk like shiny!.
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Re: “Shiny plastic” control panel vs “matte” control panel. I need your opinion.
Personally, I would get a matte overlay printed and put that over the control panel. Or, at the very least, I would make some "palm rest" type areas out of some matte vinyl type stuff or whatever and put them in place.
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Yes, a matt/satin Vynl wrap would be even easier...buy a metre square & make your templates & cut out ..stick.
It will act as protection too for your shiny original surface!.
It will act as protection too for your shiny original surface!.
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Thanks everyone for the advice. You’re the best!