Keeping Transparent Phone Cases Clean
Transparent phone cases are a great choice for smartphone users who desire the added protection of a case without having to give up too much form factor. Initially, a transparent case looks perfect, lacking a single sign of a blemish or scratch. But many owners find that over time, transparent smartphone cases start to look dingy. They increasingly become covered in scratches and smudges and the once colorless plastic gradually develops a yellow hue. But don't worry, not all these changes are inevitable or irreversible. Here are four ways to keep your transparent case clean longer.
KEEP KEYS AWAY
One of the simplest ways to minimize case micro scratching is to avoid keeping your phone in the same pocket as keys or other metal objects. As you move around throughout the day, such metal objects will inevitably rub up against your smartphone case and from this, scratches occur.
SOAP AND WATER
Regularly removing your phone case and gently scrubbing the interior and exterior with soap and water will help lift dirt, smudges, and oil off the plastic, keeping your case cleaner for longer. Unfortunately, soap and water will do little to undo a transparent case which has developed a yellow hue as this color shift is generally caused by UV damage and oxidation which soap and water cannot fix.
CHECK THE CASE'S CARE INSTRUCTIONS
For persistent stains, follow the care instructions for your exact case material and printed finish. Do not use vodka or bleach as a general case-cleaning method. Remove the phone before cleaning the case and let the case dry completely before reinstalling it. Cleaning may remove surface residue, but it cannot reliably reverse yellowing within the material.
KEEP YOUR PHONE OUT OF THE SUN
One of the primary causes of a phone case turning yellow is damage from ultraviolet radiation. A simple method to minimize this damage is not to leave your phone out in the sun. In particular, do not leave your phone flipped over with the transparent case allowed to bathe in sunlight.
Overall, scratches, smudges, and stains on a transparent smartphone case can all be prevented or treated with proper care. On the other hand, the gradual yellowing of the plastic cannot fully be prevented or fixed; gentle cleaning and avoiding prolonged harsh sunlight can help with day-to-day care.
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