PROBLEM: Scratches in Glass
SOLUTION: Aggressive Abrasives, Sanding
Unfortunately scratches are common on glass;
graffiti artists have found glass panels on office
buildings and shopping centers to be rich terrain.
There are no chemicals that can repair scratches;
they can only be removed by basically sanding or
grinding the glass around the scratch down to a
level deeper than the deepest part of the scratch.
There are two ways this can be attempted; strong
abrasives like compound polish used on cars, or
pads that are basically very fine sandpaper. Both
techniques are applied with electric devices that
spin and grind the glass down. Rougher grades
are used first for deeper cutting, and finer grades
are used to deliver smoother glass. See page
40. There is specialty equipment designed for
larger jobs or businesses that make quick work of
scratch removal.