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.
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.
Andrea Popp –
It’s so easy to do use! It only took me all of 15mins to do! Waited 20mins then give it a wipe over! I’m Very impressed!
Owatrol Team –
Hi there Andrea,
Thank you for your review, as well as before and after pictures of Polytrol being used on your front door – it looks amazing!
All the best,
The Owatrol Team
David Clark –
Verified Owner
After washing down our door on Tuesday 17th June the painting was done on Wednesday 18th June and left to dry until 10.00pm.
Next morning we wondered if it had stuck to the frame but not at all. The colour has been restored to like new. A great product.
Owatrol Team –
Hi there David,
That’s excellent to hear – thank you very much for your review of Polytrol. We’re glad you got the result you were after.
All the best,
The Owatrol Team
Kim A –
Fabulous! I bought this to smarten up my car bumpers and I can honestly say it’s the best product on the market that I have come across.
Currently searching the house/garden for other items I can use it on!
Owatrol Team –
Hi there Kim,
Thank you for your review of Polytrol – we’re happy to hear it worked well to smarten up your car bumpers
All the best,
The Owatrol Team
Neal –
Verified Owner
Absolutely fantastic stuff. We used it on a dark coloured polymer shower tray that had been discoloured, due to a clean with a harsh cleaner. After one application the colour was back to good-as-new. And so easy to use. Really impressed!
Owatrol Team –
Hi there Neal,
Thank you for your kind review. We’re so happy to hear about your great experience with Polytrol on your shower tray.
All the best,
The Owatrol Team
Kate –
After a couple of failed attempts (using the wrong products) to restore the colour of our Garador garage door it ended up looking worse … then thanks to a Google search and some very helpful reviews I came across Polytrol.
It was a joy to apply with a 1″ paint brush and the job was done in under 90 minutes.
Although it’s very early days I’m really pleased with the end result and as there was a small amount that I didn’t want to put back in the tin I used it up on a very faded plastic downspout – 100% improvement to that too.
I have “before and after” photos but seem unable upload them. Hopefully they can be added later?
Owatrol Team –
Hi there Kate,
Thank you so much for your kind 5 star review! We’re happy to hear how well Polytrol worked on your garage door, as well as your downspout.
If you would be happy to, please feel free to send the before and after images over to me directly at r.oates@owatroluk.com and I can add them to your review for you 🙂
Thanks again Kate and have a lovely day ahead.
All the best,
The Owatrol Team
bill Hartley –
Verified Owner
why have i not heard of this product before, brilliant stuff to use and the finish is astounding
Colin –
It didn’t last as long as I hoped it would, probably only six months at most, tried to recoat but it leaves swirl type marks
Owatrol Team –
Hi there Colin,
We are sorry to hear that you didn’t get the desired results using Polytrol. This can sometimes occur due to a few reasons:
– The surface wasn’t properly cleaned before application of Polytrol
– The surface wasn’t completely dry before application of Polytrol
– There was another coating or contaminant on the surface that prevented the Polytrol from fully saturating
– The excess Polytrol was removed too early
Also, surfaces that are in a difficult environment such as by the sea and in direct sunlight, can fade quicker than surfaces not exposed to these harsh elements.
I hope this was helpful – Please feel free to contact us should you require any help or advice.
All the best,
Thea Owatrol Team
Elizabeth Hillman –
Verified Owner
Easy to use. Put on the patio doors. Left with a nice finish.
Very good product.
Owatrol Team –
Hi there Elizabeth,
Thank you for your kind review on Polytrol – we’re happy to hear it worked well on your patio doors.
All the best,
The Owatrol Team