Recommendations on how to remove scuffs on different objects and surfaces

Scuffs spoil the appearance of any thing. Even a recently purchased pair of shoes, bag or pants with such a defect looks unattractive and untidy.

Removing scuff marks from different surfaces is not difficult, the main thing is to choose the right product.

Read the article about how to remove scuffs, restore an item and not spoil it.

How to delete?

Let's consider ways and means of eliminating scuffs on things and objects:

On shoes

It often happens that the shoes are still wearable, but their appearance is spoiled by scuffs. There is no need to rush to part with the couple. It can be revived at home.

Leather

You can get rid of scuffs on leather shoes using wax. Use it as follows:

1. Heat the wax in a water bath until it becomes liquid, but not hot.
2. Apply the composition to the scratched area using a flat spatula.
3. When the wax hardens, the excess is removed. This happens in 5-10 minutes.
4. Polish the surface of the shoes with a soft cloth.
5. Cover it with colored cream.

If the leather is patent leather, nail polish remover will help to cope with scuffs. Mode of application:

• soak a cotton pad with the product;
• treat the problem area with it;
• Vaseline is applied on top;
• polish the pair.

Leather shoes are not cheap, so before using any aggressive compounds to treat them, you need to test them on an inconspicuous area.

Leatherette

Dealing with scuffs on leatherette shoes is not difficult. To fight them Regular toothpaste will do:

1. A small amount of toothpaste is squeezed onto the surface of the boot or shoe.
2. Using a soft cloth, rub it in a circular motion.
3. Then wipe the shoes with a damp cloth.
4. The completion of the treatment is the application of shoe polish that matches the color of the shoes.

Suede

Suede is a finicky material; only gentle products are suitable for processing it. If abrasions appear on your shoes, you can deal with them using salt.

Mode of application:

• For the procedure, you can use only finely ground salt;
• Sprinkle the problem area with it; there is no need to wet the shoes first;
• Gently rub in the salt with a soft bristle brush;
• clean off any remaining salt;
• treat the suede with a rubber sponge.

If the abrasions are shallow, you can use an eraser. It is enough to treat the affected area with it for a minute. The main thing is to use a soft elastic band.

If the procedure is performed using an eraser on a pencil, it should be sufficient. When the elastic band is small, there is a risk of damaging the surface shoes with a sharp metal holder.

On the jacket

The areas of twist that are subject to friction wear out the fastest. Defects can be eliminated yourself. The main thing is to choose a product suitable for the material from which the item is made.

Leather

Dealing with scuff marks on a leather jacket possible in three ways:

• rub the damaged area with baby cream, let it absorb, then polish the surface with a soft cloth;
• treat the area with wax intended for leather products;
• Rub the surface of the jacket with orange peel - the oils it contains will soften the rough surface and add shine.

Leatherette

You can deal with scuffs on a leatherette jacket using a permanent marker.

Mode of application:

1. Clean the surface from dirt with a damp cloth and let it dry completely.
2. Choose a marker to match the color of the jacket. If in doubt, you need to try the marker on a piece of paper or on the reverse side of the product.
3. Carefully paint over any abrasions.
4. Let the marker dry.
5. Treat the surface with polish.

To give a more saturated color, the procedure can be repeated.

On the steering wheel of a car

You can remove scuffs on the steering wheel yourself, but it will take time.

The following materials are required for work:

1. Polish. You can use wax.
2. Cleaning agent to remove dirt.
3. Alcohol for degreasing the surface.
4. Sandpaper of different grits.
5. Scotch tape for painting.
6. Water-based coloring agent. It is better to use liquid leather that matches the color. Its price is low. One bottle will cost 100 rubles.
7. Brush.
8. Foam swab.

When all components are assembled, restoration begins:

1. Sand the surface with P400 grit sandpaper.
2. Then they go over the steering wheel with fine-grain sandpaper to get a matte effect.
3. Soak a rag in alcohol and degrease the treated area.
4. The prepared surface is treated with liquid leather, following the instructions on the packaging. The average drying time is 30 minutes.
5. When the liquid leather has set, the surface is treated with polish.

The work of restoring the steering wheel is not difficult, but it requires perseverance and accuracy. The dye should be applied pointwise, without affecting entire areas.

On my pants

To get rid of scuff marks on pants, use spray paint.

Mode of application:

• before the main treatment, the pants must be cleaned of dust, degreased with alcohol and wait until they are completely dry;
• the paint is selected to match the tone of the product - to make sure the color matches, the aerosol is sprayed on the underside of the pants;
• the area that does not need painting is sealed with masking tape;
• apply paint to the defect;
• let the pants dry;
• wipe the pants with a soft cloth.

On the bag

The process of getting rid of scuffs on a bag consists of several stages. The procedure is as follows:

1. Clean the area from any remaining old paint. To do this, use fine-grained sandpaper.
2. Wipe the surface with a clean damp cloth, allow it to dry, and then degrease it with alcohol.
3. Apply colored liquid leather to the abrasion. The most convenient way to do this is with a brush.
4. Wait until the paint dries.
5. Polish the bag with wax.

The restoration is completed by treatment with a dry soft cloth.

From glass

You can remove scratches from glass using GOI paste. It is sold under different numbers. The higher it is, the rougher the processing. Most often, GOI paste No. 1 and No. 2 are used for work. They give maximum effect, leaving behind a smooth surface.

Mode of application:

• degrease the problem area with alcohol or glass cleaner;
• apply the paste to a small area of ​​glass;
• rub it thoroughly with a soft cloth;
• wash glass under strong pressure of water.

If you don’t have GOI paste on hand and the glass needs processing, use toothpaste.

From the tree

To renew a wooden surface that has become scuffed, proceed as follows:

1. Cover the area that needs treatment with masking tape. This is done in order to protect undamaged areas.
2. Sand abrasions using fine-grained sandpaper.
3. Paint over the damaged area with a marker of a suitable shade.
4. Rub the surface with polish to make it smooth and shiny.
5. If the wood is varnished, it is coated with clear varnish.

From plastic

To get rid of small abrasions on plastic, use polish.

Procedure:

• remove dust and other contaminants from the surface;
• degrease it with alcohol;
• rub wax or other polish into the damaged area - apply the product with a soft cloth, for example, microfiber;
• remove excess wax with a cotton pad;
• perform final polishing.

If the abrasion is extensive, it will not be possible to do without sanding. To complete the work, you will need 800-grit sandpaper. First, the surface is cleaned to achieve maximum smoothness. Only after this do they begin finishing painting (if the plastic is colored) and polishing.

From metal

You can deal with a defect on a metal surface using mastic. Its composition includes: chalk, glass, gypsum, wax and other components. The advantage of mastic is that it not only masks abrasions, but also protects the metal from damage, preventing corrosion.

Mode of application:

1. A small amount of mastic is applied to the abrasion.
2. Wipe the product with a soft cloth.
3. Leave to dry.

Helpful information

Tips to help effectively deal with abrasions:

1. You can start processing only after removing all contaminants from the surface.
2. You need to deal with abrasions immediately after they appear. The larger they are, the harder it is to deal with them.
3. When processing products with sandpaper or other abrasive means, you need to control the pressing force so as not to damage the surface.
4. In order for abrasions to appear on things less often, you need to use them carefully.

Conclusion

Abrasion on a product is not a death sentence. You can restore almost any surface: glass, wood, leather, leatherette and more. The main thing is to use the right product and not violate the proposed instructions.