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.
J C GENT –
I purchased this product about 3 months ago and tried it out during the lockdown period. I applied it to the grey upvc surrounds to my windows, which are 4 years old and have suffered quite badly from the intense sunlight and heat that I get on both my balcony in the morning and in my backyard in the afternoon. I found that the product was about 90% successful in restoring the colour – perhaps the surrounds were a little too in far gone in patches to be any better. The material itself was easy enough to apply and the finish is really good and lasting. So I would recommend it notwithstanding the caveat above.
Steam1000 –
Verified Owner
Bought sample pot to hopefully bring milky faded black grp door back to shine.
The product has given the shine back to the door from a distance looks new again… but up close, I can still see the faded milky like appearance through the shine but that’s me being picky.
Definitely try this on your door
Howard Jones –
Verified Owner
Always a bit skeptical about products with wild claims, I thought a sample pot isn’t too expensive for a try so why not. It was to be used on an old vintage Lambretta, which had clearly lived outside most of it’s 57 yrs, and as a result the original cellulose paintwork had became very sun bleached. I’m not sure exactly what happens, but it did restore the paintwork back to nigh on factory colour and after 10 minutes as claimed. I applied with a clean lint free cloth. After a day I applied a wax finish which took 3x longer than applying polytrol. I have only awarded it 4 stars simply because the long term durability in my instance, hasn’t been determined yet. But I will be using it on a regular basis.
James Allan –
Verified Owner
I had a pretty tough job for this stuff – a weathered grey roof box that’s been stored outside for some time. It had become patchy and mottled on top and i thought I’d try and restore the original colour. I cleaned first using owatrol as suggested, then after it dried I used the Polytrol to polish. It made a big improvement but some the more serious patches remained so not perfect. This is a good product but probably better suited to more uniform wear and tear rather than patchy damage.
Michael D. Barber –
Verified Owner
Excellent product, would certainly recommend it. Will see how it stands the test of time before I give 5 stars.
Peter Jones –
Verified Owner
Thought I would give this a try as my fibreglass wood effect garage door was looking very faded and sad! What a difference, the door looks like new. I wish I had taken a before and after picture as the improvement is so great it looks like I have a brand new door and it was easy to apply. The only reason I have not given it 5 stars is that the cost of the product with postage is a bit expensive but I am a bit tight!