Buffing out scratched slabs?

[duece2seven]

I was curious if anyone here has attempted to buff out a scratched slab before? Looking for products and how the process works. Thanks. Tracy

[willbrooks]

I was curious if anyone here has attempted to buff out a scratched slab before? Looking for products and how the process works. Thanks. Tracy

Great question. What was that magic stuff they used to sell on tv that made scratched-up surfaces crystal clear again? I don't know the name, because I always tuned out because I can't stand it when the salesmen yell at me the entire time.

[Maineman750]

Depends on how deep the scratches are, but there are products out there that work on plastic face shields for mc helmets ( I think it was Meguires)...I have also polished the plastic headlights on my car by using progressively finer sandpaper and finally a buffing compound.

[rlm's cents]

Go to your auto department and get a clear plastic cleaner (aka head light polisher). They work well provided the scratches are not deep. I use it with a Dremel at med/low speed with a felt (definitely low speed) or a muslin wheel.

[mrmike916]

Thanks for bringing this one up Tracy! I too had the same question, and have used headlight resort kits, but only on headlights. Time to find a cheap slab and practice!

[Maineman750]

One other thing you can try....Deep Woods Off, spray some on a soft rag and rub the plastic, then buff with a soft cloth. It works really well on headlights. I will say you can use too much so use sparingly until you get it right, or practice on something that isn't important.

[jfines69]

Depending on the type of plastic acetone should remove most scrathes!!!

[Maineman750]

Depending on the type of plastic acetone should remove most scrathes!!!

Soaking it, or just a quick dunk ? You might want to get a little more detailed Jim...never know who might read this and try something silly

[jfines69]

Soaking it, or just a quick dunk ? You might want to get a little more detailed Jim...never know who might read this and try something silly

DUHHHHHHHHHHHHHH... Wipe it with a soft cloth moistened with acetone... Don't want any getting inside!!!

[duece2seven]

DUHHHHHHHHHHHHHH... Wipe it with a soft cloth moistened with acetone... Don't want any getting inside!!!

You mean I wasn't supposed to soak it overnight! !!

[Scott]

I allways thought slabs were airtight?

[willbrooks]

You mean I wasn't supposed to soak it overnight! !!

I put the slab in the only "pocket" I had left and filled my sensory deprivation chamber with acetone. I'll let you know (or I won't) how it works out.

[duece2seven]

I put the slab in the only "pocket" I had left and filled my sensory deprivation chamber with acetone. I'll let you know (or I won't) how it works out.

That's it! No more 'Nog for you, sir! Good luck with your experiment nonetheless!

[duece2seven]

Thanks for all your responses, guys. I meant to ask earlier if this is an accepted practice.
Is it "cleaning" or is it "conservation"? Sorry, I couldn't help myself!

[Maineman750]

Is it "cleaning" or is it "conservation"?

Absolutely !