Easy way to fix scratches in glass?

OntarioPatriot · Mar 19, 2011

Thanks to a garbage scraper this winter I scratched my windshield a few times and it's bugging me. The scratches aren't deep enough that my fingernail catches when I run it across the windshield so the damage isn't too bad.

From what I've read on the web I can either buff the scratches out or use a paste to "sand down" the area of the scratches.

Or...could something like this work?

JamesNewJeep · Mar 19, 2011

Call your insurance company they may be able to help find someone that can repair it.

JamesNewJeep · Mar 19, 2011

Call your insurance company they may be able to help find someone that can repair it.

OntarioPatriot · Mar 19, 2011

True, but I'm looking for a more DIY approach.

dixiedawg · Mar 19, 2011

I've never done this for a windshield, but it works great on watch crystals, and that's to use toothpaste and a damp cotton rag to buff out the scratches. Apply even pressure and rub in small circles. This won't work if the scratches are deep, but you could try.

qbert · Apr 1, 2011

Ihad a whole bunch of scratches on a saab window. I used mothers plastic polish, and it took them out fine as long as they are not too deep

MrJeepR44 · Apr 1, 2011

dixiedawg said:
I've never done this for a windshield, but it works great on watch crystals, and that's to use toothpaste and a damp cotton rag to buff out the scratches. Apply even pressure and rub in small circles. This won't work if the scratches are deep, but you could try.

I used that on my watch as well... works like a charm. My wifes eye glasses were scratched up pretty , so I tried it on them... it made it worse

(yeah I know... but since they were already unusable I figured it was worth a shot)

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