Piano black scratch removal?!

**mattyholloway** · 08-05-2015,05:14 PM

Hi all, just as the title suggests, my piano black trim has got swirls and fine scratches all over it. This is on the dash as well as around the gear selector. Has anyone else found this and is there a way to remove them? Any suggestions greatly appreciated.

FYI all I ever clean the trim with is a micro-fibre cloth.

Cheers, Matt

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**Splash** · 08-05-2015,06:02 PM

No experience, but something like (jeweller's) glass polish might work without being too abrasive. Try westfalia for options.

Toothpaste might be too abrasive, but still an option as it has been recommended for windscreens by Honest John IIRC.

**fest0r** · 08-05-2015,06:07 PM

Pick an inconspicuous spot and give Brasso a try

**JimC64** · 08-05-2015,06:56 PM

How about ScratchX?

might be worth a go, try a little area first and see how it goes

**mattyholloway** · 08-05-2015,07:06 PM

Thanks for the suggestions chaps, I'll have a go and report back!

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**Pikey Narna** · 08-05-2015,07:35 PM

Hi Matt
I use Poorboys Black Hole. Works a treat and its so cheap
Andy

**Scott K** · 08-05-2015,07:50 PM

Do you know anyone who is into detailing? Get some help from them. It is possible to remove the trim and machine polish but you will probably get good results doing it by hand. Start with the finest polish and pad and work up. Meguirs 205 or Koch Chemie micro cut are well respected but there are lots out there.
I would tread carefully with Brasso as I think it is hydrocarbon based which isn't great for plastics. May be wrong but you should manage to find the MSDS online.
What kind of MF are you using to polish the trim? You need to use a deep pile one like car pro boa not a thin cheap one. Apparently the Korean ones are the best!
Have a search on detailing world in the interior section for some tips. Good luck.

**fest0r** · 08-05-2015,08:06 PM

I have always had great results with Brasso… most recently on a piano black TV base. Transformed from a hazy mess to factory new condition. I’ve used it on loads of plastics from PVC window sills to clock faces. If you’re worried you can water it down a little and just make sure it doesn’t overheat.

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**mattyholloway** · 08-05-2015,08:26 PM

Originally Posted by Scott K

Do you know anyone who is into detailing? Get some help from them. It is possible to remove the trim and machine polish but you will probably get good results doing it by hand. Start with the finest polish and pad and work up. Meguirs 205 or Koch Chemie micro cut are well respected but there are lots out there.
I would tread carefully with Brasso as I think it is hydrocarbon based which isn't great for plastics. May be wrong but you should manage to find the MSDS online.
What kind of MF are you using to polish the trim? You need to use a deep pile one like car pro boa not a thin cheap one. Apparently the Korean ones are the best!
Have a search on detailing world in the interior section for some tips. Good luck.

Thanks for the reply Scott, I was hoping not to go down the trim removal route! I just use a regular MF cloth (not deep pile) with a bit of Autoglym plastic and rubber. Maybe that's how it's getting the scratches?

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**fest0r** · 08-05-2015,08:41 PM

I hate to use any product on the interior. If it doesn’t clean properly with a damp cloth I use a little Windolene. Very gentle on any surface and the vinegar in it lifts anything oily. No marks on the piano black trim at the centre console one year in.

BTW, you’re probably doing it already, but make sure you fold the mf cloth in on itself as the binding can sometimes be a little abrasive.