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Does anyone know any magic tricks to help whiten yellowed white plastic?
Ive read that bleach actually yellows plastic so i dont want to go there.
is the yellowing only surface deep or does the entire substrate turn yellow throughout with age.
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I have a white outdoor plastic clock that turns yellow from the sun and weather. It is only surface discoloration. I have buffed it out with rubbing compound. Plastic polish would probably be better if you are worried about leaving scratches behind.
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thought novus might work, was curious if there was any secret tribal knowledge thing like ,i dont know, vinegar or some other odd thing that might work without buying anything.
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Well, if its really light superficial staining, car wax/polish will take it out. Most people have that in their garage.
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toothpaste?
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I have an old intercom system throughout my house. It is white plastic that had yellowed. I just got some white Krylon Fusion spray paint. It worked like a charm. Intercoms look brand new.
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