How to Polish Scratched Headlight Glass?

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SanSophie
07/28/25 10:35pm
Steps for polishing car headlight glass: 1. First Step: Cleaning the glass surface and preparing for polishing: 1. Tape around the edges of the glass to be repaired to avoid dirtying the car and surrounding environment during polishing. 2. Thoroughly clean the glass and the surface of the polishing sandpaper, ensuring no dust, sand, or other particles remain. 3. Before polishing, use a marker to outline the area to be polished on the back of the glass to prevent shifting and excessive polishing. 2. Second Step: Use P120#, P240#, P400#, and P600# glass sandpaper to remove glass scratches: 1. Note that the sandpaper grades here differ from those of regular hand-polishing sandpaper and should not be mixed. 2. Pour out a small amount of polishing solution as needed, dilute it with water at a 1:1 ratio (no more than 1:5), specifically for sandpaper polishing. 3. Ensure the scratched area has sufficient polishing solution; never let the sandpaper dry-grind directly on the glass surface. 3. Third Step: Switch to polishing solution and use a dedicated polishing wheel to restore glass clarity: 1. Wipe the glass clean, observe the sanded area, apply polishing solution, and use a dedicated polishing wheel (apply appropriate pressure, keeping the polisher pad level with the glass surface). If no polisher is available, use a manual polishing pad, moving slowly for a fine finish. 2. If the gloss is unsatisfactory, repeat the above steps.
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TaylorLee
08/12/25 3:04am
I'm an experienced driver. When the headlight lens gets cloudy and affects lighting safety, I'll teach you how to polish it. First, wear gloves to protect your hands, then clean the lens with warm water and dish soap to remove any dust or grease. Next, use 2000-grit sandpaper dipped in water to gently sand the scratched areas in circular motions—don't press too hard to avoid wearing through the plastic. After sanding, rinse and dry the surface, then apply a polishing compound like Turtle Wax's Headlight Restorer. Use a clean, soft cloth to vigorously buff in circles until the lens shines like new. Finally, don't forget to apply a layer of UV-protective wax to prevent re-oxidation. The whole process is simple and takes just half an hour, ensuring your nighttime driving brightness isn't compromised—safety first. I've dealt with yellowed lights before, and after polishing, visibility improved significantly. Regular maintenance can extend the headlight's lifespan and save you money on replacements.
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