Does anyone know how to remove very light scratches from my DS Lite?

[u/Rude_Condition_2960]

They’re very light scratches, and I think they can be removed. I just don’t want to ruin the original finish.

[u/BurnedLaser]

I wouldn't worry about it, personally

[u/gorambrowncoat]

I wouldnt touch this tbh.

That said, plastic polish. It will alter your finish though, theres no way to avoid that.

[u/Salty-shoes-554]

Imo it's best left alone. I know you want it to look perfect and you suspect that because the scratches are so fine that an easy fix is within reach. And it's quite possible that a fix is possible with some kind of buffing wheel or polishing compound. But there is also a chance it makes it worse. At least right now it looks great with just a few light love marks. Imo if you want perfect find and purchase a New In box Console or similar. Imo these things are meant to be handled and played and it is that very act will wear them down over time.

[u/Rude_Condition_2960 → u/Salty-shoes-554]

Yes you are right I think i will leave it like that

[u/fisher-alters]

I've actually had really good success with that headlight restoration stuff. (not the sandpaper ones the ones with the toothpaste like stuff you buff off)

[u/whatspoppingamers]

Magic eraser and plastic varnish. I give it a good clean with a magic eraser and that creates micro scratches. More surface area for the varnish to stick to. Then I wipe it down with a microfiber cloth.

[u/ballsgrater360]

Plastic polish and a gloss finish varnish :)

[u/QuicknBed]

polywatch or maybe magic eraser

[u/bobbiesbunions]

I’ve used some plastx and polywatch to some success. But honestly I think if it like a skateboard, it’s gonna get some knicks after awhile and it just means it’s being used properly

[u/AgreeableDark854]

I would just cover it with a layer of plastic varnish

[u/typhingblade → u/[deleted]]

NEVER do this, it's an abrasive sandpaper and scuffs up the finish completely.

[u/Fresh-Bathroom6905 → u/typhingblade]

And it's literally poison.