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scratched phone

random456
random456 Posts: 1,654 Forumite
in Mobiles
is there a way of reducing scratches on a (non replaceable phone fascia)? ive seen stuff on tv now and again which removes scratches on metal/plastic whatever and puts the shine back but cant think of the name. theres also similar stuff that works on glass. any ideas?
Fr. Stack: While you were out, I got the keys to your car. And drove it into a big wall. And if you don't like it, tough. I've had my fun, and that's all that matters.
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  • Mr_Skint_2
    Mr_Skint_2 Posts: 5,183 Forumite
    pumpa wrote:
    is there a way of reducing scratches on a (non replaceable phone fascia)? ive seen stuff on tv now and again which removes scratches on metal/plastic whatever and puts the shine back but cant think of the name. theres also similar stuff that works on glass. any ideas?

    Its a complete nightmare, as the coating comes clean off.
  • random456
    random456 Posts: 1,654 Forumite
    just got a e350 and the prev owner obviously didnt know what a case was..can the fascia be replaced with one of those t6 screw jobbies then? what do you recoomend? cheers
    Fr. Stack: While you were out, I got the keys to your car. And drove it into a big wall. And if you don't like it, tough. I've had my fun, and that's all that matters.
  • Mr_Skint_2
    Mr_Skint_2 Posts: 5,183 Forumite
    pumpa wrote:
    just got a e350 and the prev owner obviously didnt know what a case was..can the fascia be replaced with one of those t6 screw jobbies then? what do you recoomend? cheers

    First off, just try a bit of Brasso and a very soft cloth.

    I would try a Google for dismantling the phone...
  • random456
    random456 Posts: 1,654 Forumite
    brasso? on plastic? i tried wood polish first lol as it had lost its sheen a bit..maybe it should have been mr sheen...........bad joke. i meant an e530 not an e350 as well.
    Fr. Stack: While you were out, I got the keys to your car. And drove it into a big wall. And if you don't like it, tough. I've had my fun, and that's all that matters.
  • Mr_Skint_2
    Mr_Skint_2 Posts: 5,183 Forumite
    pumpa wrote:
    brasso? on plastic? i tried wood polish first lol as it had lost its sheen a bit..maybe it should have been mr sheen...........bad joke. i meant an e530 not an e350 as well.

    Brasso is used to remove ipod scratches you know. :beer:
  • random456
    random456 Posts: 1,654 Forumite
    i just tried brasso, it didnt work, just made the plastic slightly shinier...any other ideas? ta
    Fr. Stack: While you were out, I got the keys to your car. And drove it into a big wall. And if you don't like it, tough. I've had my fun, and that's all that matters.
  • deanos
    deanos Posts: 11,241 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture 10,000 Posts Uniform Washer
    http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/DISPLEX-SCRATCH-REMOVER-SCREEN-POLISH-PHONE-IPOD-PDA_W0QQitemZ5861408789QQcategoryZ50332QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem
  • Mr_Skint_2
    Mr_Skint_2 Posts: 5,183 Forumite
    deanos wrote:
    http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/DISPLEX-SCRATCH-REMOVER-SCREEN-POLISH-PHONE-IPOD-PDA_W0QQitemZ5861408789QQcategoryZ50332QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

    Sorry to put a dampner on things but displex is crap its too abrasive
    and just destroys the coating because phone screens are hot melt screens
    basically its such a good finish the resin is poured hot into a former
    them pulled out cold and fitted they dont even get polished..

    They might have an acid burn on them but thats about it...

    Maybe..http://www.solware.co.uk/lcd-display-screens/lcd-displays-index.shtml :confused:
  • random456
    random456 Posts: 1,654 Forumite
    im trying silver polish now, its got it a lot shinier but any scratch reduction is neglible , i read one website which says it takes a long time, well ive done it 5 times now shall i persevere? lol
    Fr. Stack: While you were out, I got the keys to your car. And drove it into a big wall. And if you don't like it, tough. I've had my fun, and that's all that matters.
  • Mr_Skint_2
    Mr_Skint_2 Posts: 5,183 Forumite
    pumpa wrote:
    im trying silver polish now, its got it a lot shinier but any scratch reduction is neglible , i read one website which says it takes a long time, well ive done it 5 times now shall i persevere? lol

    I dunno mate Ive got a bad scratch on my GX25 im gonna do a thread
    in a mo to see if anyone has got dismantling instructions then im gonnd
    DIY it as its £90 for a repair... :(

    Thats why Express On covers were a brilliant idea.... :T
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