How to fix a scratched/smudged computer case?

[tragoedia2]

My computer case (thermaltake level 20 MT) has a couple of scratches/smudges on the front. Is there any way I could fix the scratches and make them less noticeable? Thanks for any input!

 

[Lorec]

Welcome to TPU

That looks dirty to me.
Did You try to remove it with an eraser (smooth one)?
Just gently work the same spot.
Since this part seems to be plastic, I wouldnt advise using any solvents.

 

[tragoedia2]

Welcome to TPU

That looks dirty to me.
Did You try to remove it with an eraser (smooth one)?
Just gently work the same spot.
Since this part seems to be plastic, I wouldnt advise using any solvents.

Thank you! I did as you suggested and tried using an eraser on the scratches, but no dice. They won't come off--no visible change at all. Appreciate the suggestion though!

 

[Ahhzz]

My computer case (thermaltake level 20 MT) has a couple of scratches/smudges on the front. Is there any way I could fix the scratches and make them less noticeable? Thanks for any input!

I'd bet, if you wanted to spend a little money, you could use a headlight polishing kit on it....

 

[bonehead123]

I uised baking soda, toothpase and a jeweler's rouge cloth, which worked like a charm for me last year on my son's level 20XT

But the headlight kit would most likely work too, albeit for a tad mo' money..

 

[trickson]

Go to the Dollar tree and pick up some awesome orange it will clean it right off no problem.

 

[micropage7]

Usually i use toothpaste, just test it how far it can clean the plastic

 

[jsfitz54]

In an inconspicuous area (hidden) try some auto polish like "Turtle Wax"

 

[Ahhzz]

In an inconspicuous area (hidden) try some auto polish like "Turtle Wax"

I've also tried clear nail polish with mixed success.

 

[PerfectWave]

sadly trying to clean is easy to increase the "damage". Be carefull when using chemical product on plastic

 

[Ferrum Master]

Get an artist, painter. Ask him to paint it over with some cool stuff... case closed... Like a shitty teen tattoo... just slap a bigger over it.

Othervise... take the part off, clean/sand and repaint.

 

[Vayra86]

Get an artist, painter. Ask him to paint it over with some cool stuff... case closed... Like a shitty teen tattoo... just slap a bigger over it.

Othervise... take the part off, clean/sand and repaint.

When lacking artistic skill... a nice sticker does the trick too.

 

[Vario]

I've used Meguiar's Ultimate Compound on a case panel before. It restored the glossy black plastic "piano black". Was pretty successful. Might work for yours. Any product you try, you should test first in an inconspicuous area.

 

[bobbybluz]

I use Prepsolv and it works great. It's not cheap though and you may not be able to buy it where you live. I get it from automotive paint supply stores. It's used in body shops and car dealerships. No abrasive compounds in it, leaves no residue and is anti-static. Here's something else my friends swear by but I haven't tried it yet: https://www.amazon.com/Kleanstrip-P...ocphy=9018832&hvtargid=pla-569618139042&psc=1

 

[tragoedia2]

I'd bet, if you wanted to spend a little money, you could use a headlight polishing kit on it....

Interesting idea! I might try that. Thanks!

I uised baking soda, toothpase and a jeweler's rouge cloth, which worked like a charm for me last year on my son's level 20XT

But the headlight kit would most likely work too, albeit for a tad mo' money..

How much baking soda and toothpaste did you use?

When lacking artistic skill... a nice sticker does the trick too.

Yeah, I'm no artist, so if all else fails, I'll go for a sticker xD

Get an artist, painter. Ask him to paint it over with some cool stuff... case closed... Like a shitty teen tattoo... just slap a bigger over it.

Othervise... take the part off, clean/sand and repaint.

This is my first time building a PC, so I'm not sure how I would go about removing a part of the computer case. I've never done that before. I'm also not sure what kind of paint I should use...the silver bars on the front of my case have a glossy sheen and I'm not sure how to replicate that look.

 

[sneekypeet]

I'm not sure how I would go about removing a part of the computer case.

If you look under the front of the chassis, there should be a wide gap you can fit your hand in, right by where the steel starts and the plastic bezel Front panel part with marks on it) stops. Give it a good pull, and it should essentially fall off in your hands. Page ten of the chassis manual will show you what I am talking about, and page 12 shows it for sure comes off (looked at the online PDF version from Tt).

 

[bonehead123]

How much baking soda and toothpaste did you use?

You only need a small amount, enough to blot on with your fingertip, work with it in a small circular rubbing motion until it seems gone, then get another small blot and repeat... when done, wipe with a clean damp cloth, let it dry & repeat until all residue is gone.

 

[lexluthermiester]

My computer case (thermaltake level 20 MT) has a couple of scratches/smudges on the front. Is there any way I could fix the scratches and make them less noticeable? Thanks for any input!

I would and have used GooGone for blemishes like that. Won't hurt the plastic and should take it off.

 

[C1ff0]

My computer case (thermaltake level 20 MT) has a couple of scratches/smudges on the front. Is there any way I could fix the scratches and make them less noticeable? Thanks for any input!

As a last resort after everything else has failed,and if the piece is'nt painted (bare metal), i use some steel wool, it will smooth out quite a lot of heavy scratch, but it will change the texture of the piece, from smooth to lighly textured.