View Full Version : question about buffing out scratches on plastic -- non-car related


pigred
11-22-2004, 01:59 AM
Is it possible to buff out or fill in scratches on a plastic surface? I have an iPod that has scratches all over the display area from the previous owner. None are deep enough that diminishes the view of the screen, but when held at an angle you see all the scratches. Taking out the scratches would be more of an aesthetic reason than funcionality. TIA

Pizzicato
11-22-2004, 10:14 AM

S4_Cinci (I S'edTFA)
11-22-2004, 11:09 AM

phred
11-22-2004, 12:30 PM
I did a fantastic job (if I do say so) of keeping the plastic window clean and scratch free. I had a three-step process. Eagle One made a special spray plastic cleaner (same concept as Windex), then I would use Meguiar's plastic polish. Occasionally I would use Meguiar's plastic cleaner as well. I'm sure there are similar products now, but at that time I was most pleased with the results.

JohnLZ7W
11-22-2004, 12:31 PM
I've been going around the house looking for stuff to use it on

A6Gary
11-22-2004, 07:44 PM

pigred
11-22-2004, 10:13 PM
recommend applying it?

JohnLZ7W
11-22-2004, 11:15 PM
I've been spraying it onto a microfiber towel and working it in until almost dry and then buffing with a dry microfiber towel. Someone was watching me apply it to the tail lights and they noticed an immediate improvement in brightness and clarity, it works quite well.<ul><li><a href="http://www.properautocare.com/plexus.html">http://www.properautocare.com/plexus.html</a</li></ul>

pigred
11-23-2004, 02:28 AM
The plastic cleaner didn't say anything about taking out scratches, whereas the kit did but more pricey. Again, TIA

JohnLZ7W
11-23-2004, 10:36 AM
I don't think it is as effective at removing scratches as the two-step Meguiars products (10 and 17). But it is quicker and does brighten plastics.