During operation, any phone, of course, loses its presentation. Owners strive to keep their favorite device as long as possible in the same form in which they once took it out of the box. That is why many people have a question: is it possible to remove scratches from a phone screen and how to do this without damaging the surface even more?

So, let’s answer right away: scratches can be removed, and nowadays there are many ways to do this. And we will list all possible options below.

How to remove scratches with toothpaste?

Every home has this wonderful remedy - toothpaste. You can use it to remove scratches from your phone. However, it is worth making a reservation: the paste only works on small scratches. To clean the screen, you need to drop a small amount of toothpaste (no larger than a medium pea in diameter) directly onto its surface, and then rub in a circular motion until the damage disappears from the screen, or at least until it becomes less noticeable.

Baking soda is another affordable way to remove scratches.

In addition to toothpaste, you can most often find baking soda in any home - at least the old classic red and white packaging with the treasured word “soda”. The principle of action of sodium bicarbonate is similar to the action of toothpaste, although there is a significant difference, which is advantageous in our case: soda has more abrasive particles than toothpaste, which makes it a stronger remedy - it allows you to remove both large and small scratches.

To polish your screen with baking soda, follow these steps.

• Mix soda and water in a ratio of 1:2. For example, for one spoon of soda - two spoons of water, so that you get a homogeneous abrasive mixture.
• Apply the resulting mixture to a piece of fabric (preferably cotton, but the material does not play a significant role), and then rub the damaged areas of the screen (or better yet, the entire screen), in other words, polish. By the way, the rag should not be wet, just a little moisture is enough.
• Remove the remaining mixture from the screen.

Baby powder - cheap and cheerful

Using baby powder, no matter how strange it may be, you can also polish your phone display. It is very beneficial when using this product that the talc contained in the powder acts as a gentle abrasive - it reduces the risk of damaging the device’s screen.

The preparation and use of the mixture with baby powder is similar to the mixture with soda - the powder is diluted with a few drops of water and mixed until a homogeneous mass is obtained. Then, with light movements, the composition is rubbed into the surface, and the excess mixture is removed.

A culinary blow to the problem of screen scratches

At first glance, using oil as a polishing agent seems crazy. However, in reality this method shows itself to be very effective and simple.

• First you need to apply a small drop of any vegetable oil to the surface of the screen.
• Then the drop is rubbed into the screen until the surface shines, i.e., all scratches are no longer noticeable.

Car polish is another effective way

Above we described all those methods that can be used by almost every person, since you can find something from this in any home. The following methods are suitable for smaller groups of people, but their effect is much more noticeable. So, how can you remove scratches from your phone screen using car polish?

1. The process is similar to polishing a car - a little polish (a drop, no more) is applied to the surface of the phone screen.
2. Using a circular motion, the substance is rubbed into the screen, again, until all scratches are no longer noticeable. Typically, the effect of the product appears immediately, and the result lasts for a long time.

Removing scratches using GOI paste

GOI paste, a green solid, was developed in Soviet times specifically for polishing various surfaces, especially glass, ceramics and stainless metals. These days, the paste is also used to polish phone displays.

• A small amount of substance is applied to the screen.
• She rubs herself on the screen in a circular motion.
• Remaining funds are removed.

As a result, the surface of the phone becomes pristinely smooth, as if the phone had just come from the factory.

Polishing the screen with Displex paste

The action of Displex paste is very similar to the action of GOI paste. The only difference is that the Soviet innovation is universal and suitable for polishing various surfaces, and Displex paste was created specifically to return device displays to a pleasant appearance.

We will not describe the polishing process in a list - this has already been said many times above; the algorithm for removing scratches using GOI paste can be taken as a basis.

1. From the very beginning of use, it is worth protecting the device screen with film or, better yet, tempered glass, so that later you do not have to worry about scratches and remove them using the tips we have given.
2. After polishing, it is also worth protecting the screen of the device so as not to polish it again. In this way, you can protect yourself from unnecessary work, and the screen from constant polishing.

So, there are many ways to remove scratches from your phone screen. Some of them are available to everyone, and some require additional purchases. Be that as it may, polishing the screen is a good solution if the surface of your favorite phone has long ceased to please you. Let the device serve you for as long as possible and not let you down at the most inopportune moment.

If the screen of your smartphone or tablet becomes scratched during use, you can restore its shine and smoothness at home. To do this, purchase ready-made kits that include polishing paste and special wipes. However, you can use proven folk remedies that are no less effective and will be more economical. When carrying out the procedure, it is important to act carefully so as not to scratch the display even more.

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  Preparation

  Before you begin the scratch removal procedure, it is worth performing a number of preparatory steps:

  • turn off the phone;
  • cover all external connectors (for headphones, charging, etc.) and the camera with masking tape or electrical tape so that water and other substances do not get inside the device when working;
  • The effect of the selected composition can first be tested in a small area, for example, in the corner of the screen.

  Some scratches will take a lot of time to remove. But you should not rush during the work, otherwise you may damage the display.

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  Methods for removing scratches

  To remove scratches from your phone screen at home, you can use proven folk remedies. They can be found in almost any home and do not require additional costs.

  In addition, in specialized stores you can purchase ready-made compounds and tools for removing microdamage on your smartphone display.

  Vegetable oil

  If there are no deep cracks on the screen, it will be enough to polish it with sunflower oil. This will help hide a network of small scratches and return the display to its original appearance.

  Procedure steps:

  1. 1. Apply a few drops of vegetable oil to the screen.
  2. 2. Rub it in thoroughly with a cotton pad.
  3. 3. When the display becomes even and smooth, wipe it with a dry soft cloth.

  This gentle method is also suitable for removing scratches on the iPhone screen.

  

  Toothpaste

  Regular toothpaste will also help get rid of scratches. You will need:

  1. 1. Apply a small amount of paste to a cotton pad.
  2. 2. Wipe the scratched display in a circular motion.
  3. 3. When the damage disappears, you should polish the screen with suede, flannel or microfiber.
  
  

  Soda

  More serious damage can be removed with baking soda. To do this you will need:

  1. 1. Mix soda with water to a paste.
  2. 2. Apply the resulting mixture onto a cotton pad or soft cloth.
  3. 3. Wipe the display using circular motions.
  4. 4. After removing all scratches, wipe off any remaining compound with a dry soft cloth and polish the surface with it.
  
  

  Baking soda has strong abrasive properties. Therefore, you should wipe the screen carefully so as not to scratch it further. At first you only need to lightly press the cotton pad. If the integrity of the coating is not compromised, you can gradually increase the pressure.

  Instead of baking soda, you can also use baby powder. It also contains abrasive particles.

  GOI paste

  You can return your phone to its marketable condition using GOI paste, known since the times of the USSR. It was used for polishing optics, glasses of various devices and for cleaning jewelry.

  Directions for use:

  1. 1. Drop a little machine or vegetable oil onto the screen to make sliding easier.
  2. 2. Apply a small amount of GOI paste to a soft napkin.
  3. 3. Sand the scratched display.
  
  

  After this, wipe the renewed screen dry with a soft cloth.

  Car polish

  You can also use car polish to remove scratches from your smartphone screen. Instructions for use:

  1. 1. Apply a drop of polish to the display.
  2. 2. Rub it all over the screen with a cotton pad.
  3. 3. After eliminating microdamages, wipe off any remaining product with a dry soft cloth or a special napkin.

  You need to be especially careful when removing car polish. It contains chemicals that are harmful to the body with constant contact.

  Special means

  If you want to professionally restore your phone screen, you can purchase ready-made compositions and devices for removing scratches. Among them are:

  • Displex. This paste is comparable in effectiveness to GOI paste. In addition, in addition to the polishing paste, the HAMA Displex kit includes two napkins. One is soft microfiber, designed for rubbing in paste. The other has an antistatic effect for final polishing.
  • Polirun. The set from this manufacturer also includes paste and two napkins. However, instead of using a polishing pad with antistatic properties, a felt pad is used. The paste is characterized by the presence of trace elements that lead to heating of the touch display. The result is a smooth and shiny screen.
  • You can also separately purchase various wipes designed specifically for polishing the displays of phones, tablets and laptops. They are used together with both improvised and ready-made means.

  Previously, a large number of CD polishing products were produced. Nowadays disks are practically not used. However, polishing compounds for them are quite suitable for removing scratches from the phone screen.

  Prevention measures

  To prevent scratches from appearing on the display of your phone or tablet, you must follow certain rules:

  • It is advisable to purchase a protective film or protective glass along with your new smartphone. They will prevent cracks and scratches from appearing, which fully pays for their cost. For example, the new generation Gorilla Glass 4 will protect the screen from splitting even when dropped on asphalt or concrete.
  • You need to wipe the screen regularly. During operation, dust and other contaminants accumulate on it. Small particles may scratch the display.
  • You should also periodically polish the screen to remove any greasy fingerprints. Immediately after the procedure, it is recommended to stick a new film or put on a cover.
  • A smartphone or tablet must be carried either in a special thick case or in a separate pocket. The device should not come into contact with small change, keys or other objects.

Modern smartphones with large screens, despite the enormous functionality, have rather low wear resistance.

Phones are dropped, and this is normal, but if the case is protected by a special decorative case, then with a screen that often suffers from falls, such a solution is impossible, and a protective film does not always help.

As an alternative to protective film, protective glass is used, but this method also has several disadvantages:

1. Not every smartphone model can have the right protective glass;
2. For licensed phones, the price may be inflated;
3. It also gets scratched.

How to remove scratches from your phone screen at home

There are many ways to “update” a smartphone on the Internet: from completely useless to quite realistic. You should be careful when using such “folk” remedies so as not to completely ruin the screen. Below is a list of tools that may not help all phones, but certainly will not harm them:

1. Toothpaste.
2. Scratch removal creams (car).
3. Baking soda.
4. Baby powder.
5. Vegetable oil.
6. Glass polish (for glass screens only).
7. Special screen polishing products.

Some sources also suggest using fine-grained sandpaper, but even if this method can help deal with scratches, it requires very painstaking work, which the owner of the phone most likely will not be able to handle.

The simplest and most famous way is to remove scratches with toothpaste. There may not be soda or even vegetable oil in the house, but every conscientious person brushes his teeth. But even this method, which is understandable at first glance, has its own nuances.

Pay attention to the product description. You need toothpaste, not gel paste. The packaging should indicate that the paste has abrasive properties.

Do not apply toothpaste to the screen. Squeeze a little paste onto a piece of cloth, paper towel, or, for smaller scratches, use a Q-tip. You can only use a toothbrush if it is soft enough.

Using circular motions, begin rubbing the toothpaste into the screen. Don't press too hard to avoid ruining it. Continue the procedure until you see results.

Remember that toothpaste will help get rid of small scratches and reduce large ones. Remove any remaining toothpaste with a damp cloth or paper towels moistened with warm water.

This method is a little more expensive, but helps get rid of deeper scratches. Choose the product carefully - do not use creams that are too strong or too cheap, so as not to damage your smartphone.

Apply the product to a piece of soft cloth, rub and begin treating the screen. Try to move in a circle, applying minimal pressure on the display. It is better to work with gloves.

After treating the screen, wipe it with special wipes.

Using baking soda

Those who want to remove scratches from their phone screen at home often resort to baking soda. If used correctly, it is safe for the screen and is highly likely to help restore it to its former luster.

You cannot use baking soda in powder form. Dilute two parts baking soda with one part water and mix them until a thick paste forms. After that, apply it to the screen in the same way as toothpaste and begin to gently rub it into it. Remove soda with a damp cloth or napkins.

Baby powder

This method is the most gentle on the screen, but it can only be used to remove minor scratches and restore the screen's shine. Make a paste from the powder by diluting it with water (for different powders the amount of water required may vary, but on average it is better to use two parts powder to one part water).

Vegetable oil

Vegetable oil also fights even the smallest scratches, but quickly returns the phone to its former shine. For this procedure, literally one drop of vegetable oil is enough. After processing, it is better to remove the residue with a napkin or paper towel. Do not leave the screen with excess lying around.

Glass polish

Owners of phones with glass screens are a little luckier - they have an alternative way to remove scratches. At the same time, baking soda or toothpaste may not help their screens.

First of all, carefully read the composition of the polish - it should contain cerium oxide. It is sold both in the form of a powder, which must then be diluted, and in the form of a paste. It is best to use powder to regulate the thickness of the paste. You will need approximately 100 grams.

Dilute the powder with water until it resembles thick cream. Mix the solution well so that its mass is homogeneous. Leave a soft cloth to soak in the polish.

Close the phone case. You can do this with tape or wrap it tightly with cellophane. Pay special attention to the speakers, connectors and camera.

Using the prepared cloth, begin rubbing the area of ​​the screen with scratches in a circular motion. After every 30-40 seconds of treatment, rinse off the polish and check the scratch. Don't overdo it with cleansing. Once the scratch is removed, wipe it with a polishing cloth and remove the protective coating.

An unusual remedy for those who want to remove scratches from their phone screen at home is goyim paste. This material is abrasive and has been used for polishing since the times of the Soviet Union, but, nevertheless, it is quite effective.

Buy a jar of this paste and use it to remove small scratches from your phone. It is much more effective and safer than even toothpaste or soda.

Phone screen polishes

Of course, the first thing you should think about when removing scratches is special gels, especially if you have an expensive smartphone. Most often, this method is put off by its price, but if you are the owner of Apple equipment, then it is better to turn to it.

Screen polishing products should be used in accordance with the instructions supplied with them.

To remove scratches, you need to turn off your phone before starting work. Seal the external connectors with electrical tape or masking tape to prevent water from getting inside the gadget. You can restore the display to its original appearance at home using one of the methods listed below.

Baking soda

It is an affordable tool for removing scratches from a smartphone screen because it is inexpensive. It is sold in classic red and white cardboard packaging. Many homes have it available.

Soda has abrasive particles, thanks to which the product will effectively cope with the task. You need to use it as follows:

1. Mix two parts baking soda and one part water in a container. You should get a homogeneous mass.
2. Apply the paste to a soft, clean cloth, preferably cotton or microfiber, and gently rub the scratches on the screen in a circular motion. You can wipe the entire display.
3. Remove any remaining baking soda with a damp cloth.

If you have small children in the house, you can take powder and add water to it. You will get a paste that will also help cope with the problem. The method of use is the same as with baking soda.

Toothpaste

This remedy is usually found in every home. But the toothpaste should be regular, not gel. And it only works on minor scratches.

To clean the screen, squeeze a small amount of paste onto a cotton pad. Then gently rub it in a circular motion onto the desired part of the screen. After this, wipe the display with a cloth slightly moistened with water to remove any remaining paste.

Car scratch remover

The methods described above are simple, and items for removing scratches can be found in almost every home. The method using a car product is also not complicated and is more effective. You can buy car polish at almost any auto store.

The process for removing scratches is similar to polishing a vehicle:

1. You need to apply a little polish (no more than one drop) to the surface of the smartphone screen.
2. Then rub the substance in a circular motion onto the screen until the scratches begin to visually disappear. The product is effective, and its effect is noticeable immediately. And the result will last for a long time.

GOI paste

This solid green substance was created back in Soviet times specifically for polishing various surfaces. Widely used in working with glass, ceramics and stainless steel.

Today the paste has also found its use. It restores smartphone displays well.

A small amount of GOI paste is applied to the phone screen. Then rub it onto the screen in a circular motion. The remaining product is carefully removed. As a result of the work, the surface of the phone becomes smooth and clean, just like when purchased in a store.

You can polish the display with Displex paste. Its action is similar to that of GOI paste. The difference is that Displex paste was created not so long ago and specifically for smartphones, while GOI is universal. It can be used to polish various surfaces. The algorithm for removing scratches is the same as with GOI paste.

Of course, you can get rid of scratches on the screen using any available means. You just need to put in a little effort. But to protect the device from the moment of purchase, it is advisable to stick a scratch-resistant film on it. After polishing, you should also protect the display so that you do not have to do this work again.