Little tricks on how to clear a yellow phone case

The case protects the phone from minor scratches, abrasions and other defects. However, he himself comes into contact with various surfaces, absorbs dirt, which is why it acquires an ugly shade.

Read about how to clean the phone case from yellowness and prevent it from reappearing in the article.

Why does it turn yellow?

The cover may turn yellow due to the influence of the following factors:

1. Influence of ultraviolet radiation. For this reason, do not leave the product in direct sunlight.
2. Burning due to being near heating devices or excessive heating of the battery.
3. Absorbing dirt. Silicone is a porous material, so even with the most careful handling, it will absorb dust over time and turn yellow.
4. The influence of the process of oxidative destruction. It inevitably starts when silicone comes into contact with oxygen.

Light colored silicone cases will turn yellow over time. If there is no desire to clean them, then immediately you need to buy dark-colored products. On them, yellowness will be invisible.

How to remove yellowness from a silicone case?

To remove yellowness from a silicone case, you can use the available tools. Toothpaste, soda, liquid soap and other compounds have a good effect. However, they cannot be used for every product. When choosing, you need to pay attention to whether the cover is painted or not.

From colorless (transparent)

From a colorless cover, yellowness can be removed with soda. Method of its application:

• first, you need to remove dust and dirt from the cover - for this it is rinsed in clean water;
• without drying the product, sprinkle it with a small amount of soda and rub it with an old toothbrush with soft bristles;
• you do not need to put too much pressure on the product, the processing should be done in a circular motion;
• the remains of soda are washed off with water, after which the cover is wiped with a clean cloth.

Mode of application:

1. Vodka is poured into a container with small sides. Their height must be sufficient for the product to be completely immersed in liquid.
2. Put the cover inside and leave to soak for 5-10 minutes.
3. Remove the item, rub it with a cotton pad, rinse in clean water and dry.

If the cover has not turned yellow much, then instead of vodka, you can use ordinary alcohol wipes, treating the desired areas with them.

You can treat yellow spots with nail polish remover. You need to choose a product that does not contain acetone.

Mode of application:

• moisten a cotton pad in a cosmetic product;
• wipe the surface of the product with it;
• rinse it with water;
• repeat the procedure, if necessary.

You can remove yellowness with essential oil. Any composition will do. Mode of application:

1. Apply a drop of oil to the product.
2. Rub it with a cotton pad.
3. Wait about 5 minutes.
4. Rinse the product with clean water.

In addition to cleanliness, this method allows you to give things a pleasant aroma that will last about a day.

Mode of application:

• fill a container of a suitable size with gel - this can be any plastic container;
• place a cover in it so that it is all covered with the composition;
• leave to act for 15 minutes;
• rinse with water and dry.

Before buying, you need to study the composition of the stain remover, it should not contain chlorine. After using the product, it is not necessary to pour it out, it is suitable for washing clothes, since it has not changed its qualities.

You can clean yellowed areas with eyeglass care wipes... They are sold in shops with optics. They are used by analogy with conventional wet wipes.

From painted

Painted covers must be handled with care, as the use of aggressive compounds will lead to damage. You cannot use any powders, even soda.

The first and safest remedy is laundry soap.
Mode of application:

1. Grate the soap, dilute it with a little warm water.
2. Dip the cover into the prepared solution.
3. Leave to soak for an hour.
4. Rub with a cloth or sponge.
5. Rinse with clean water.

If the soap solution does not help to solve the problem, then you can try to remove yellowness with lemon juice. Mode of application:

• squeeze a small amount of lemon juice into a cup;
• moisten a cotton pad in it and walk along the surface of the product;
• wash off the juice with clean water.

If the stains cannot be removed, you can soak the cover in the juice, but do not leave it for longer than 10 minutes.

If the listed remedies do not help, then you can buy bleach for colored items at the store. It is necessary to choose products marked with Color, since they do not contain substances that help dissolve the color.

Mode of application:

1. Saturate a foam sponge with gel bleach.
2. With its help, apply the composition to the surface of the product.
3. Leave to act for 10 minutes.
4. Wash off with clean water.

Mode of application:

• moisten a sponge in clean warm water and squeeze;
• walk it around the entire perimeter of the product, from the inside and outside;
• rinse the sponge and cover, repeat the procedure if necessary.

Sold by melamine sponge at hardware stores. Its average cost is 30 rubles.

How to whiten?

You can use toothpaste to whiten the cover. It will not only make it lighter, but also allow you to cope with various dirt.

Mode of application:

1. Squeeze the paste onto the cover.
2. Spread it over the entire surface using a damp toothbrush.
3. Leave to act for 10 minutes. The paste should not be allowed to dry.
4. Moisten the brush again in water and rub the cover with it.
5. Wash and dry the product.

All pastes contain bleaching ingredients that allow you to cope with yellowness, without harming the silicone.

Prevention

Prevent yellowing of the case the following tips will help:

• porous silicone quickly absorbs dust, so you need to wipe it with a regular damp cloth at least 1 time per day;
• if it is not colored, then alcohol can be used - this will additionally disinfect the surface;
• it is not recommended to carry it in a bag in the general compartment; you need to store the phone in a separate pocket;
• the surfaces with which the thing comes into contact must be clean;
• scratches should not be allowed to appear on the product - dirt is easily clogged in them, which leads to a deterioration in the appearance of the product.

Compliance with these simple recommendations will allow you to keep the case transparent and light for a long time.

Helpful information

To remove yellowness from the cover and not spoil it, you need to adhere to the following tips:

1. To achieve the desired result, only non-aggressive formulations can be used. Acetone should not be used in its pure form, products containing chlorine, gasoline and other solvents.
2. You can rub the product only with non-abrasive soft materials. It is forbidden to use sandpaper, hard metal brushes and scrapers.
3. Abrasive substances such as sink powder are not suitable for bleaching.
4. For preventive purposes, the cover should be washed once a month. There is no need to use any special substances for this. Regular liquid soap will work.
5. If, in addition to yellowness, there are other contaminants on the product, they can be removed using an ordinary stationery eraser.

The most complete and useful information on methods and means of removing yellow spots and yellowness from various surfaces and products is presented in this section.

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Conclusion

It is not difficult to clear the cover from yellowness. There are many formulations available to restore the original transparency of the product. When using them, you must strictly follow the instructions and do not use substances that can destroy the material.