How can I remove scratches from glass?

https://glassdoctor.com/blog/how-to-remove-scratches-from-tempered-glass

https://youtu.be/uKIwHrCtpHs

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Rub the scratches out with a fine abrasive and microfiber cloth. For the abrasive you can use polishing compound, toothpaste, or other fine abrasive compounds. If the scratches are deep you might not be able to buff them out. Either way, it’s a very slow process.

Use toothpaste and a microfiber cloth. You can also use auto car wax.

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Hope this Helps! Jeremy - https://do-daddy.com

Jeremy I think you mean auto Rubbing Compound.

Hi Linda, hope this helps you out.

Method 1: The Toothpaste or Pumice Soap Fix

Regular white toothpaste or mildly abrasive liquid soap can polish fine scratches out of glass.

Materials:

• Plain white toothpaste (varieties containing baking soda and/or formulated for whitening purposes work better than gel formulas); or
• Mildly abrasive soap for heavy-duty hand cleaning, like liquid pumice
• Soft rag or old washcloth

Directions:

• Clean the area first and let it dry.
• Apply a small amount of toothpaste to a lightly damp rag and use small, circular motions with a bit of pressure over the scratch.
• Keep rubbing for about 30 seconds.
• Use a clean rag to wipe away the excess toothpaste and see if the scratch has been polished away.
• Repeat as needed.

Method 2: The Nail Polish Fix

Clear nail polish can help hide a glass scratch.

Materials:

• Clear nail polish
• Nail polish remover
• Clean rag or paper towel

Directions:

• Apply a thin layer of nail polish to the entire scratch area and let dry (about 1 hour).
• After the polish dries, use a cloth moistened slightly with nail polish remover to swipe over the surface, removing excess nail polish that’s outside the scratch itself.

Method 3: The Serious Glass Buffing Fix

If your glass needs a bit more attention and you still prefer a DIY solution, try a metal or glass polishing product that comes in a paste. You can purchase these products online or at your local hardware store.

Materials:

• Metal or glass polishing product (look for one containing cerium oxide)
• Clean, soft rag or sponge

Directions:

• Apply the polish by following the directions on the label, taking care not to use too much product since excessive amounts could cause new scratches to appear.
• When finished, wipe away excess with a clean, damp cloth.

Method 4: The Fine Steel Wool Fix

Buffing away a scratch with superfine steel wool may be the fix you need. Look for the finest grade (not the kind you polish a pot with). It will be labeled #0000 steel wool.

Use a new pad for buffing, as a worn one may introduce new scratches to the window surface due to rust or dirt buildup on old steel wool.

Materials:

• Fine #0000 steel wool

Directions:

• Use the steel wool in a circular motion for several minutes at the site of the scratch.
• Rinse away residue when you’re finished and see if your efforts polished the scratch out.

Method 5: The Glass Scratch Filler Kit Fix

You can find ready-made scratch repair kits at local hardware or automotive stores or online. They contain a glass-polishing compound and typically come with special pads for application.

Materials:

• Glass Scratch Remover Kit

Directions:

• Follow the product’s directions to apply the polishing compound to lightly scratched glass that’s been cleaned and dried.
• Do not apply excess product or rub the area too vigorously, as you may cause more damage that way.