Scratched....

[EQ3282]

So frustrated. I accidentally scratched my new Panny plasma with an errant vacuum cleaner plug. Its just a small scratch that can't be seen at normal viewing distance, but my fingernail does get caught on it. Just so mad at myself.

I plan on using a SMALL dab of Monster cleaner on it, just to get any dirt out (when the set is cold, obviously).

What's the consensus here? I assume not to fix it, but I have read online some people talking about using a car clear-coat type fix on it and that working surprisingly well. Again, its very small and not noticeable at normal viewing distance (need to look for it up close as well), but just curious if anyone has tried this or any other method of scratch repair.

Thanks.

[bhampton]

HI,

I think that if it's at all possible to ignore it,.. there's no chance I would try to "fix" it especially using some product designed for something else.

Get back to viewing distance and if you can watch a movie without being distracted by it then forget about it.

-Brian

[Blu Titan]

Originally Posted by EQ3282

So frustrated. I accidentally scratched my new Panny plasma with an errant vacuum cleaner plug. Its just a small scratch that can't be seen at normal viewing distance, but my fingernail does get caught on it. Just so mad at myself.

I plan on using a SMALL dab of Monster cleaner on it, just to get any dirt out (when the set is cold, obviously).

What's the consensus here? I assume not to fix it, but I have read online some people talking about using a car clear-coat type fix on it and that working surprisingly well. Again, its very small and not noticeable at normal viewing distance (need to look for it up close as well), but just curious if anyone has tried this or any other method of scratch repair.

Thanks.

From personal experience, leave it alone. I had a similar situation four years ago, I noticed a 1 inch, very thin scratch in my LCD. The scratch was not noticiable unless I was close to the TV and at a certain angle, but it was driving me nuts. I asked everyone and tried everything, and nothing worked. Finally, I decided to rub the small area with wax to see if it would disappear. However, all I accomplished was to remove to coating from the area I rubbed the wax, making the problem much worse. Sold the tv to my brother in law, since he did not care about the imperfection, and I bought a new one. I know its hard, but leave it alone.

[Gremal]

I agree...if it's going to bug you, sell it and buy an even better screen. Otherwise try to forget about it and enjoy the picture from your viewing position.

[blurayas11]

Originally Posted by EQ3282

......What's the consensus here?

I would have been mad at my self if it happened to me. but as the consensus here is leave it as is because by trying to fix it it is going to get worse and become more noticeable. Feel bad that you had the accident.

[sarge1976]

How long have you had it? If it was under 30 days than I'd return it for a new one

[Yautja]

Leave it alone or replace the actual panel but on't know how $$$$

[Steve]

Since you can't see it from your normal viewing distance, the best bet is to just leave it alone.

[Vicon]

Originally Posted by sarge1976

How long have you had it? If it was under 30 days than I'd return it for a new one

Good thinking there genius. Some people have no class.



OP - I understand your pain. When my new Panasonic 50" arrive in January, it was pristine! A week later, I notice hairline scratches on the coating of the glass. Not in the glass itself. They were so small, the only way to see them is from the side and about an inch from the set. Not sure how I noticed before but I did. Suffice to say I was kinda pissed.

It was one of my cat's using it as a climbing post. Lol. I quickly remided the situation by cutting out the box it came in and making a "cover" for the tv. So, I have a cardboard cover with padding on the inside (from the packing materials) that I hang on the tv anytime it's not in use. Sounds crazy..

But you should see the cover. Lots of scratches. The kitties know not to climb on it now, but I still want it covered just in case.

Ignore it and continue on with life. Anything you do to try and "fix it" (which is not possible), will result in more damage.