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.
David Verney –
Verified Owner
I have used Owatrol to maintain the black plastic on my 2006 Mini Cooper S (and other cars), and it is by far the best product I have used for this. It is easy to apply with long lasting results which much improve the appearance of an older car.
Owatrol Team –
Hi there David,
Thanks for your kind review – we’re happy to hear how well Polytrol has worked for you on your 2006 Mini Cooper S.
All the best,
The Owatrol Team
Paul –
Verified Owner
Product did exactly what was promised. Coverage was slightly more than the tin promised and I am really impressed with the finish. Our composite front door is restored back to the shiny black surface that it was from 10yrs ago.
My only negative is that it was delivered using DHL, which meant that the promised delivery day was pushed back 24hrs with no notice. With where we live, Royal Mail tracked is far more reliable.
Newberry –
Verified Owner
We bought the 125ml tin of polytrol for restoring a black composite door that had gone grey. The product goes a long way.
After a thorough clean, the door looked a bit better, but 24hrs later we applied the oil with a cloth and were very impressed with the result.
We couldn’t find any information as to when we could close the door, but it hasn’t marked the surface where the door seals are, so we must of got it right.,
Samantha McNamara –
Recently had bathroom refurbished and the plumbers didn’t cover the new black shower tray when cleaning the grout off the shower tiles. Consequently, it was extremely damaged which they tried to say was reflection from the shiny tiles!
Was despairing until I came across this product. Quick email and Steve was responsive and positive the product would work. Gave advice about application process
Used online calculator to estimate quantity required.
Easy application. Only used half of the 125ml tin. Drying time took about 48 hours but I couldn’t be more pleased. The photos speak for themselves. So glad I stumbled across this product
Owatrol Team –
Hi there Samantha,
Thank you very much for your review of Polytrol – we’re happy to see that your shower tray looks good as new again!
All the best,
The Owatrol Team
M Caves –
Verified Owner
Great product like a new door
Peter Puttock –
Verified Owner
Bought the smallest tin to see if any good to be honest, and when I did, it took two coats to do what I thought it was supposed to do, bring back the colour to a faded GRP front door, and it did exactly that, although it may well need another coat. Overall it has transformed the door back to nearly its original colour, so would recommend to anyone looking to do the same thing, return an external GRP door to its original colour
Owatrol Team –
Hi there Peter,
Thank you for your review of Polytrol – some surfaces require a second application of Polytrol if it is particularly faded. We’re glad to hear you got the results you were after in the end.
All the best,
The Owatrol Team
Rick Hill –
Verified Owner
Polytrol: order arrived promptly and was used immediately on a fading composite front door – resulting finish really good. Similar result for for various bits of camper van
Owatrol Team –
Hi there Rick,
Thanks for your review of Owatrol Polytrol – we’re happy to hear you got the results you were after on your composite front door and camper van parts.
All the best,
The Owatrol Team
Jenny Louise Ayers –
Verified Owner
Used the 125ml tin of Polytrol on my fading grey PVC and the results were amazing. It was so easy to do. I just brushed it on, left it for about 15mins then removed excess with my lint cloths, brilliant. I am looking around to see what else I can bring back to life in my home.
Owatrol Team –
Hi there Jenny,
Thank you for your review of Polytrol being used on your faded grey PVC – we’re happy to hear you got the results you were looking for.
All the best,
The Owatrol Team
Debbie Pearce –
Verified Owner
Very pleased with the results after applying with a cloth on faded grey uPVC bifold doors and windows, composite kitchen worktops and front door (including metal numbers). A small 125ml tin goes a long way – don’t buy too much as there are instructions on how to store left over product and ensure cloths are cleaned after application and dried flat.
Owatrol Team –
Hi there Debbie,
Thanks very much for your review of Polytrol – it’s great to hear it being used on such a wide variety of surfaces!
All the best,
The Owatrol Team
Paul Henshaw –
Verified Owner
Purchased to restore the colour on my front door due to it having faded. The product was easy to use and I am more than happy with the end result. The door looks new as the colour has returned to its original state. Some reviews say it may need to be done every few months however there is plenty of the product left in the 250ml tin making it cost effective.
Owatrol Team –
Hi there Paul,
Thank you for your kind review of Owatrol Polytrol – we’re happy to hear how well it worked on your faded front door.
All the best,
The Owatrol Team