
Fines and ticks are specific surface damages marked by fine, localized scratches on glass. They occur when micro-crystals on the glass surface become dislodged and dragged across it, often caused by cleaning tools like razor blades. Originally called “fabrication debris,” these defects now go by fines and ticks.
Typically, fines and ticks appear as a prominent single-point scratch followed by a finer, hairline drag mark. This delicate surface interaction means that even minimal contact can cause noticeable scratches.
Restoring glass with fines and ticks requires a meticulous process to remove the micro-crystals and minimize the scratches without compromising the glass’s integrity. Precision is essential to effectively restore the glass to its original clarity without worsening the damage.
Fines and Ticks are easily removed using GlassRenu’s Cutting Compound, Foam Finishing Disks, Polishing Compound, and Polishing Felts.
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Corded, Variable Speed, Rotary Polisher (600-3000 RPM MINIMUM, ⅝-11 threaded spindle) |
Backing Pad |
Grey RenuDisk(s) |
Black RenuDisk(s) |
Polishing Felt |
Polishing Compound |
Rasp |
IR Thermometer |
PPE |