Polytrol is a deep penetrating oil which restores the original colour and appearance of dull or tarnished plastics, gelcoats, metals, and other surfaces.
It penetrates the surface, re-wetting the pigments to restore their lustre and colour which has been lost through exposure to sunlight, rain, and pollution and it also gives corrosion protection. Â When used on tarnished metals, it brings back the shine and gives long-term protection against corrosion.
Simple to apply using a cloth or soft brush, it’s ready to wipe off in just 10 minutes! It can be used on both horizontal and vertical surfaces and can even be used on fibreglass (GRP). Polytrol dries to a tough and long-lasting flexible finish which does not leave a film – so it won’t peel or flake.
Polytrol is now available in a handy 250ml spray can, great for quick application and difficult to reach areas. Please see the directions for use to find out how to apply it.
Ideal Uses for Polytrol Colour Restorer
- Brightening faded car bumpers
- Reviving the gelcoat on your boat
- Restoring the shine to metal fixtures
- Rejuvenating flat or chalky paint dulled by weathering
- Brightening the surface of tiles in stone, terracotta, marble, slate, etc.
- Reviving the colour of faded garage doors
Restrictions
DO NOT use Polytrol on white surfaces, it will not work as Polytrol is designed to restore pigments.
Surface Preparation
All surfaces must be clean, dry and free of dirt, grease, grime and mildew. All waxes, polishes, silicone etc. should be completely and thoroughly removed. Treat any mildew with a 50:50 bleach and water solution. Scrub the solution on to the surface and allow it to stand for 10-15 minutes then rinse thoroughly.
Using Polytrol on plastic, gelcoat, tiles, painted surfaces etc.
Clean the surface with warm soapy water or Net-Trol, rinse thoroughly and allow it to dry for a minimum of 24 hours depending on the surface.
Using Polytrol on stone, brick, etc.
Clean the surface with Net-Trol, rinse thoroughly and allow it to dry for a minimum of 24 hours depending on the surface.
Using Polytrol on metal
Clean the surface with warm soapy water and rinse thoroughly or use an appropriate solvent (follow manufacturer’s instructions). Leave the surface to dry for a minimum of 24 hours.
Application of Polytrol Colour Restorer
General directions
Always work in areas that can be completed 10-20 minutes to ensure an even appearance. If the surface absorbs the Polytrol unevenly (i.e. some matt and some shiny patches) move any surplus oil from shiny areas to matt areas. Wipe off any excess Polytrol with a lint-free cloth before it becomes tacky. For a shinier finish, buff the surface with a lint-free polishing cloth.
When using the Polytrol 250ml spray can, simply spray on liberally, wipe off any excess and leave to dry.
Applying Polytrol to plastic, gelcoat, tiles, painted surfaces etc.
Apply Polytrol liberally and evenly with a brush or cloth. Allow it to work for 10-20 minutes. Wipe off any excess with a clean lint-free cloth. Leave it to dry.
Applying Polytrol to stone, brick, etc.
Apply Polytrol liberally and evenly with a brush or cloth and leave it to work for 10-20 minutes. Brush out or wipe off any excess Polytrol with a clean lint-free cloth. Leave it to dry.
Applying Polytrol to metal
Apply Polytrol using a fine wire wool (000 grade) soaked in Polytrol and allow it to work for 10-20 minutes. Wipe off any excess Polytrol with a clean lint-free cloth. Leave to dry.
Note: Polytrol is not a surface coating. Its place is in the surface, not on top.
Maintenance
Maintenance is due when a Polytrol treated surfaces shows signs of fading. Prepare and re-treat surfaces as directed above.
Clean Up
Clean any tools used with white spirit. Polytrol is non-flammable, however any rags, steel wool etc. soaked in Polytrol may spontaneously catch fire if improperly discarded. Rags, steel wool etc must be saturated with water after use or placed in a sealed, water-filled metal container, before disposing of them with household waste. Rags may be laid flat and air-dried before discarding.
Things to Remember
- Cover and protect everything you do not wish to treat.
- Apply between +5°C and +35°C.
- Do not apply in direct sunlight or on to hot surfaces.
- Do not allow excess Polytrol to dry and create a film on the surface (always remove excess product).
- Do not use Polytrol on white surfaces.
Pauline Foster –
Verified Owner
Excellent service and product. I ordered the Polytrol to try to revive the colour on a very faded rock door. I was really impressed with the speed of delivery, especially because it was free! The product was very easy to apply and has really refreshed the colour of the door. It now looks much brighter, with a nice shine. I would certainly recommend
James Turner –
Verified Owner
I contacted the company about the suitability of applying polytrol to to composite decking and had a very swift reply to my enquiries. I purchased the small 125ml pot to test on a small area and it worked amazingly well. The decking is over ten years old and isn’t even made anymore! The area is around 30 square meters and just over a litre covered it.
A great product and I will be using it again.
Owatrol Team –
Hi there James,
Thank you for your kind words – it’s excellent to hear (and see!) that you had a great experience with Owatrol Polytrol on your composite deck 🙂
All the best,
The Owatrol Team
Charles Cruickshank –
Verified Owner
Excellent results on sun bleached downpipes. Easy to use, I was delighted with the results
Owatrol Team –
Hi there Charles,
Thanks so much for your kind review – it’s great to hear that Owatrol Polytrol worked wonders for reviving your sun bleached downpipes.
All the best,
The Owatrol Team
Jane Coyle –
Verified Owner
Excellent stuff .
Restored my faded SUV bumpers to a nice ,like new black.
I’ve tried various other products but they were all disappointing.
Until I tried this, very happy with my results.
I’m thinking what to use it on next.
You just need to use a little as it goes far , plenty left for another use.
Highly Recommend.
Colin Foxall –
Verified Owner
Excellent. Rejuvenated colour faded door brilliantly.
Nick beasley –
Verified Owner
Used to restore a rather faded PVC front door gave the door a good wash down allowed to dry then applied the Owartol sparingly with a brush I was amazed at the result door looks as good as new still had loads left over so tried it on some plastic down pipe that that had also faded to grey but is now back to black fantastic product would highly recommend
Owatrol Team –
Hi there Nick,
Thank you so much for you kind review of Polytrol being used on your faded PVC front door and faded plastic down pipes.
We’re so happy to hear how well it worked out for you and that you would recommend it to others too.
All the best,
The Owatrol Team
Brian smyth –
Verified Owner
A great bit of kit ,worked as you said .
Margaret Flynn –
Verified Owner
Brilliant stuff. My door looks like new!!
Richard Bailey –
Verified Owner
Have used this Polytrol before on out composite front door. It’s black and in direct sunshine and weather
A soapy clean and sponge on of polytrol and back to looking new
I buy the 125ml which is more than enough
Owatrol Team –
Hi there Richard,
Thank you for your review of Polytrol – we’re happy to hear how well it worked for your black composite front door 🙂
All the best,
The Owatrol Team
John Drumm –
Verified Owner
Tried a small sample tin of polytrol with a view to trying it on my vinyl sided static caravan .
Used it on our composite front door at home which had faded quite badly with being a dark colour, only used a small amount but it a significant improvement.
Tried it my faded vinyl caravan after firstly rigorously cleaning it with a white vinegar and water solution to remove any oxidation , the colour difference was quite a surprise from faded white back to cream . Still early days as regards longevity but looking good.