New cloth interiors featured leatherette scuff pads and trim risers. Montan wax in polishes improves scuff resistance, increases water repellence, and imparts high gloss. Scuff marks may be visible however with ABS. The surface is very delicate, and even the lightest wiping can permanently scuff it. Howard sharpened a buckle on his shinguard and used it to scuff the ball. His pitch selection included the famed scuff/emery ball, a spitball, fastball, and knuckle ball. Silicone balls are also easier to clean than stage balls, which can often scuff permanently. A scuff will be heard as a swishing sound. They have no children yet, but have adopted a 'mudlark' named Scuff.