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.
Susan Oliver –
I contacted Owatrol 7 years ago for advice about my 2 garage doors which were very faded. As a result of good advice I bought a tin of Polytrol and it brought my doors back to life. 7 years on and I’ve just painted the product on again (from the same tin) and they are back to looking great. I bought 1litre then and there’s still plenty left. I completely recommend this product.
Owatrol Team –
Hi there Susan,
Thank you for your positive review of Polytrol – we’re so happy to hear that the results have lasted on your garage doors for 7 years and that the same tin has been used to give the same excellent results for you again! 🙂
All the best,
The Owatrol Team
David White –
Verified Owner
Great! A nice fresh front door!
BB –
Verified Owner
Sceptical to start with as quite expensive but thought would give it a try.
Fortunately it far exceeded my expectations, so hoping it lasts a good while.
Hence would recommend.
Owatrol Team –
Hi there BB,
Thank you for your positive review of Polytrol. We’re happy to hear that it worked well for your project 🙂
All the best,
The Owatrol Team
Jst –
Verified Owner
Polytrol was great. Restored the colour of the composite front door and took very little product. Purchased the 125ml tin and it was plenty still have 3/4 tin left. Very pleased.
Kevin Nock –
Verified Owner
Fabulous product . I used this on the arches of a mini with tiger stripes . Now gone . Great
George Rollinson –
Verified Owner
Was bought to rejuvenate my composite front door. It done that to my complete satisfaction. The door is black, Edwardian style with four panels and approximately 15 years old.
I removed all the door furniture except the weather bar that I masked with tape. Thoroughly cleaned the door with warm water and washing up detergent. Thoroughly dried afterwards. Although it was a very hot day but left the door open and in the shade until it stabilised at the ambient temperature.
Having restored many furniture items I applied the product as I would a hard wax oil. Very sparingly. Applied with a pad of soft cotton rag working along the wood grain effect firstly concentrating on each panel profiles and then the flat frames surrounding them ensuring an even coat covering everything.
Only applied one coat and has that went on evenly and sparingly there was next to nothing lifted off when wiped with a soft clean cotton rag. Even in the warm weather it seamed to fully cure over a two day period.
In total I used about 10% of the product. That, as said previously, was enough to cover the door without the problem of having any runs you might get using a brush.
Excellent you.
Owatrol Team –
Hi there George,
Thank you so much for your review of Polytrol. We’re happy to hear (and see!) how well it worked for your black Edwardian style composite front door 🙂
All the best,
The Owatrol Team
Clive Hague –
Verified Owner
Excellent product really impressed with the ease of use & exceptional finish highly recommended
Owatrol Team –
Hi there Clive,
Thank you for your review of Polytrol. We’re happy to hear how easy you found it to use and how good you found the finish to be.
All the best,
The Owatrol Team
Ian Burton –
Verified Owner
Worked a treat highly recommend
Lynne Millar –
Verified Owner
This product is utterly amazing my black downpipe had faded terribly with the sun one quick spray and 2 mins later it looks incredible. Now going to try it on my gates that are also a little faded
Owatrol Team –
Hi there Lynne,
Thank you so much for your review of Polytrol. We’re happy to hear that it worked well to restore your faded your downpipes and we hope that you have a similar positive result on your gates 🙂
All the best,
The Owatrol Team
Guy Marshall –
Verified Owner
Wow what an amazing product polytrol is so glad I’ve discovered it it works so well used it on four jobs so far we fantastic results would highly recommend this product. The down side was your courier you may consider changing left on the door step all day after saying I had signed for it (lies) and also damaged even though well packaged