Remove the tag, keep the glass

Professional Glass Scratch Graffiti Removal in Hampshire and surrounding Counties.

ClearAll removes names, tags and symbols carved into suitable shopfront, door and commercial glass.

Specialist sanding and polishing restores the damaged surface in-situ saving you from replacing the pane.

10+ years’ specialist experience
Shopfront and commercial glass · CSCS and IPAF · Free assessment

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Physical damage

Scratch graffiti is carved into the surface and cannot be removed with solvents or cleaning products.

Less disruption

Suitable shopfront glass can be restored while it remains installed, helping premises stay operational.

A maintained appearance

Prompt repair restores clarity and removes a visible sign of vandalism from the property.

Specialist scratch-graffiti repair

Scratched graffiti cannot be cleaned away. The damaged glass must be restored.

Scratch graffiti, also known as “tagging” or “scratching,” is a form of vandalism where sharp objects are used to carve names, symbols, or designs into glass surfaces.

Unlike spray paint graffiti, scratched glass surfaces are physically damaged, making removal far more complex.

This type of vandalism is a common problem on shopfront windows, public transportation, and other high-traffic areas.

This type of graffiti may seem irreversible at first but our specialized graffiti removal services are designed to remove graffiti from glass and restore the damaged surface to its original condition, eliminating the need for costly replacements.

Where can scratch graffiti be repaired?

While the graffiti might not always cover large areas, the damage it causes can significantly impact the look of your building.

Scratched glass, in particular, can make your property appear neglected or abandoned, which can deter customers or lower the overall value of the space.

Worse yet, leaving graffiti untreated can lead to additional acts of vandalism, as it signals a lack of attention to maintenance and care.

Fortunately, scratch graffiti can be removed without having to replace the entire surface.

With our specialist removal techniques, we can restore the clarity and appearance of scratched glass surfaces, saving you time and money.

We assess the depth, spread, edge position, coatings and access before confirming the glass is suitable.

Shopfront windows

Carved tags removed from customer-facing display glass without automatically replacing the shopfront.

Doors and entrance glass

Scratch graffiti repaired on suitable glazed doors, entrances and internal commercial screens.

Managed and public buildings

In-situ repair for suitable glass in offices, communal settings and other high-traffic properties.

How scratch graffiti removal works

Three controlled phases. From carved tag to restored glass.

One of the biggest advantages of choosing our services is our ability to save you money.

Replacing glass can be extremely expensive, but our restoration techniques offer a cost-effective alternative.

By restoring your glass surface instead of replacing it, we help you avoid the high costs associated with full replacements, while still delivering the same high-quality results all in a fraction of the time and cost of replacement.

1. Assess the carving

We clean the glass, identify scratch depth and spread, check coatings and protect the surrounding area.

2. Remove the tag

Controlled sanding takes the surface below the deepest carving, followed by progressively finer abrasives.

3. Polish and inspect

We restore clarity with specialist polishing compound, then clean and inspect the completed glass.

Specialist experience you can verify

Experienced in shopfront and commercial glass restoration.

More than 10 years of specialist glass-surface repair
Industry-qualified technicians
CSCS qualified for construction sites
IPAF trained for difficult access
Available seven days a week

    
 
 
         
   Stewart Morin 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great service and great result on my almost opaque fish tank which now has a new lease of life! Thank you
  
 
        
   Slystorm 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Spoke to Matt the director on the Friday and window was done on the Monday, top job of removing acid engraved graffiti.Friendly and professional service.
  
 
        
   Brett Dunster 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. . To finish very professional and slick service.  Matt was in communication and informative from the off. Would highly recommend this company if you have any acid graffiti that you are struggling to get rid of
  
 
        
   Maria Martinez 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. After my husband trying to do this himself he decided to call the professional and Matt did a fantastic job
  
 
        
   Aaron Hern 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Brilliant service from start to finish. Many thanks from the Southern Design Windows team. We look forward to working with you In the future!
  
 
        
   Stephen Sparkes 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Really pleased with the job Matt did to get my loft window and balustrade glass as good as new.

He explained the process and potential outcomes clearly.

Arrived promptly and cleaned up afterward.

Fitted in an extra small repair with no fuss.

Would be happy to recommend and a lot cheaper and less hassle than replacing the glass. I also learned how to clean windows properly!

Worth the money.
  
 
        
   David O V Hubbard 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We have a 'Calligaris' glass topped dining table which over the years has suffered a number of small scratches in one corner. These were hidden by table mats and serviettes until we called in ClearAll Glass Repairs Ltd. After the polishing I can no longer identify where they were! We highly recommend ClearAll Glass Repairs Ltd. We found the technician very professional, courteous and Friendly.
  
 
        
   David Lawrence 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Professional service, very knowledgeable, exellent quality. Perfect invisible repairs
  
 
  
 
  
 
   Google rating score: 5.0 of 5, based on 8 reviews

ClearAll repair guides and related services

See scratch graffiti and related restoration projects.

Scratch-graffiti project

A scratched tag removed from shopfront

See the stages used to restore a vandalised commercial window.

Acid-etch repair guide

Acid graffiti removed from shopfront

A different form of permanent glass vandalism repaired in situ.

Glass scratch repair

Professional removal of glass scratches

Explore the wider service for scratches on doors, windows and other flat glass.

Before you request a quote

Scratch graffiti removal questions.

These answers explain how carved tags are removed and what affects repair suitability.

Can carved graffiti be removed from glass?

Yes, many carved tags can be removed from suitable flat glass using controlled sanding and polishing. Depth, spread and glass type must be assessed first.

Can you repair shopfront glass while it remains installed?

Often, yes. In-situ restoration avoids removing the pane and can substantially reduce disruption compared with replacement.

Will the repair leave a visible patch?

The repair is spread across a controlled area and refined through several abrasive stages before polishing. We explain any limitations identified during assessment.

What photographs do you need?

Send a close photograph showing the carving, a wider photograph of the whole pane, approximate measurements and details of access and location.

Your free scratch-graffiti assessment