AVOIDING GLASS DISTORTION
Avoiding distortion when removing scratches from glass is crucial for achieving a flawless finish.
This is one of the most important things to avoid when repairing glass by polishing it!
Distortion is caused from a number of reasons, when using an abrasive on the glass not the polish. Distortion is caused by concentrating on a specific area for too long when using an abrasive pad, when this happens you are removing material from one area and it will make a noticeable dip in the glass. You have to try and make your treated surface area bigger and feather out the repair with the rest of the pane trying your best to keep it as uniform as possible.
Another way to distort the glass is how you apply the backing pad to the glass when removing the scratches/damage. The backing pad has to be kept near to flat on the glass as possible, as soon as the pad has been lifted up and is more towards the edge of the pad it will start to bounce across the glass and although it cannot be visible or directly felt through the machine when polishing it has not got a good contact and big enough surface area on the glass and this can cause a ripple or wavy effect on the glass.
Start by selecting the appropriate abrasive compound, ensuring it matches the severity of the scratches. Begin with a less abrasive pad and gradually increase if necessary.
Regularly inspect the glass as you polish to monitor progress and ensure no new scratches or distortions arise. Additionally, maintain a steady hand and avoid excessive heat build up, which can exacerbate distortion.
Finally, utilize high-quality polishing pads to minimize friction and achieve a smooth, uniform finish. By following these steps diligently, you can effectively remove scratches from glass without introducing unwanted distortion, leaving behind a pristine surface that shines brilliantly.
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can I cause distortion with the fine abrasive?
Hello thank you for leaving a comment on our Blog. Although the fine abrasive does not remove much glass when removing a scratch it is still possible to distort the glass. This can be done by either concentrating on a specific area for too long or by using the edge of the backing pad. You are best to try and keep the backing pad as flat as possible and make your surface area bigger than the damage you are trying to remove.
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