How do you get scratches out of aluminum luggage?

Sand out the scratches using 220-grit sandpaper. Keep in mind that if there are very deep dents and gouges in the aluminum, you won't be able to polish them out completely by sanding. However, you can at least make them less visible and restore shine to the surrounding surface.



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At many RIMOWA stores you can purchase the RIMOWA Polish & Repair paste. The repair paste can be used to clean spots, scratches and abrasions.

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Apply the toothpaste to the toothbrush and work the solution back and forth over the scratch following the grain. Use a clean, damp cloth to wipe away the toothpaste and see if the scratch is gone. Repeat the process until satisfied and apply a light coat of stainless-steel polish or olive oil.

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A simple way to guard against scratches and dings is to buy a protective sleeve to encase your bag. There are a slew of products to choose from, ranging from clear plastic sleeves to patterned fabric wrappers, and luggage manufacturers such as Hartmann are getting into this game.

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The aluminum will scratch, ding and dent ? even more than the polycarbonate ? so it's important that you're ok with this. These photos show the suitcase when brand new, but don't expect it to stay like this for long.

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A hardshell suitcase is typically better than a softside bag for protection (as long as your items are packed safely inside, too). However, all hardshell materials are prone to getting scuffed, scratched, or possibly cracked more so than with fabric suitcases.

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