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.
Paul Hickinbottom –
I have used this product to renovate my wood look fibreglass garage door that is in sun most of day so does tend to get dusty an look a little rough in comparison to when I purchased it 14 years ago…
I coated the outside areas first to see what the results was?
Unbelievable product my garage door looks as new now as when I purchased it with very little effort just a little sweat..
I was so impressed I continued with three oak grained Upvc doors same age …
The difference is amazing and the best £20 I’ve ever spent…on diy…..
Some time after I tried it on my curved coping edges around my front garden an drive…
Again the difference was clear to see and the solid bricks now look like new with a great sheen to them. I’m now looking around my home and my brothers home to improve on everything I can see….
Thanks for a product that does what it says on the tin……Paul…..
Owatrol Team –
Hi there Paul,
Thank you so much for your positive review of Polytrol after using it on your fibreglass garage door, Upvc doors and coping edges!
We’re thrilled to hear how well it has worked for you and on such a variety of surfaces too 🙂
All the best,
The Owatrol Team
MikeB –
Verified Owner
Applied to faded composite front door and upvc window frames that had previously been spray painted and started to fade, results after 1 thin coat and wipe down are very good, we are very pleased and happy to recommend
Owatrol Team –
Hi there Mike,
Thank you for your review of Polytrol being used on a composite front door and upvc window frames.
We’re very happy to hear how well it worked for you 🙂
All the best,
The Owatrol Team
Kevin Warrington –
Verified Owner
I have a Mercedes car fitted with anodised aluminium trims. I rather foolishly washed the car with cheap snow foam which has etched into the anodising leaving a patchy dull finish. Tried this on a recommendation, starting with a thin coat, and the difference is clear to see. It needs a thicker coat, or a series of thinner coats, but the improvement is clear to see and is better than the alternatives of replacing (hugely expensive) or vinyl wrapping. So far, very pleased with results. Not a cheap product, but don’t mind paying for something that actually works
Linda Simanis –
Verified Owner
Polytrol is a great product. 2nd time I’ve bought it. This time round purchased the small 125 ml tin which was plenty to restore colour of composite front door. Highly recommended.
Owatrol Team –
Hi there Linda,
Thank you for your positive review of Polytrol 🙂
We’re happy to hear how well it worked to restore the colour to your composite front door.
All the best,
The Owatrol Team
Clive –
Verified Owner
Used on a composite front door that was badly faded after around 15 years. Easy to apply; 125 mL tin was easily more than enough – probably good for another two coats if (or when) needed. Result brilliant as of yesterday. Slightly surprised that it came up glossy rather than semi-matt but maybe it will settle when fully dry. Either way the door looks infinitely better, in fact as new. I was going to withhold one star until i find out how long it lasts but that seemed churlish!
Roy Ternent –
Verified Owner
Ordered door restorer and door came up like new. Would definitely recommend to any one who would like a new door.
Steve wright –
Verified Owner
Not very impressed
Bought for a customers front door, showed them the wonderful literature and thought it would be great. Applied using the instructions and nothing, no diffence just the same.
Made me look a bit stupid
Owatrol Team –
Hi there Steve,
We’re sorry to hear you had a poor experience with Polytrol.
If the surface was properly prepared, cleaned and dry before application, it is possible that the pigments are so damaged that they are just too far gone to be restored. As such, no amount of Polytrol (or any other colour restoring product) will be able to bring them back. It is fairly rare but unfortunately does happen on occassion.
For surfaces such as these, we always suggest purchasing a small 125ml pot to test it out first.
Hopefully you can put the Polytrol to use on another surface that isn’t quite as damaged.
All the best,
The Owatrol Team
Susan Adams –
Verified Owner
Applied one coat today with a brush then after 20 minutes wiped. I can still see the lines running down from letterbox and the darker bits down at bottom. I’ll leave it for the 24hours & add another coat see if it hides the flaws. Door only 5 years old, company said warranty for door colour only 5 years & manufacturer said because I used hot soapy water twice the fading etc was my fault 😡 so wouldn’t do anything. The door looks nice & shiny but really hope I can stop seeing the flaw when I do another coat.
Owatrol Team –
Hi there Susan,
Thank you for your positive review of Polytrol after using it on your door.
We’re sorry to hear about the difficulty you faced with the manufacturer – this is unfortunately something we hear far too often, so we hope that Polytrol has been able to return it to a satisfactory condition for you 🙂
All the best,
The Owatrol Team
elizabeth boyle –
Verified Owner
So far so excellent, and that is after only one coat. The sills look great already and I am looking forward to seeing them after two coats. Thanks Owatrol, I will probably be back when I check what else I can use it on.
Louise Drinkwater –
Verified Owner
I was so impressed with this product. Our composite front door was looking tired and faded, but after using this it looks like new. I would thoroughly recommend.