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.
Jo –
Verified Owner
Great product. Used on my GRP Composite Rosewood front door that had been badly sun damaged. Easy to apply and results are excellent. This product has saved me a lot of money as I thought I would have to replace my door as it looked very bad with almost white patches on it. Door now looks like new. Very pleased I found Polytrol.
Bill –
Verified Owner
I used this to bring a tired looking GRP garage door back to life. The result after one coat was very good. So much so my neighbour thought we actually had our door replaced with a new door. Just make sure you prepare the door well by using an All Purpose Cleaner first.
BAS –
Verified Owner
We had a faded, wood effect, glass fibre garage door. It is one of a pair, but only one is subjected to strong sunlight. We were apprehensive about buying the Polytrol, especially since the delivery charge is relatively high, however, after using the product, the garage door is no longer faded and matches the other door, which was not subjected to direct strong sunlight. Surprised and pleased with the result. The Polytol was delivered the next day, after the online order, the tin was well wrapped in bubble-wrap inside a cardboard box.
Ian –
Just used on wood effect fibreglass garage door installed 21 years ago, that has had no more than occasional washing and had become very sunlight bleached and faded. After a good wash the day before it took 40 minutes to treat and polish; results are startling… almost as good as it looked when I first installed the door. A stunning product; now getting ready to use on my wood effect window frames!!
Kath –
Verified Owner
My GRP garage doors had faded over the years and looked quite dismal but after a single coat of Owatrol Polytrol they look brilliant and the colour has been revived to a lovely rich colour. Wish I had found out about this product earlier. Highly recommended. Delivery very quick and updates by email.
G Walker –
Verified Owner
I under this product on the painted panels on a steel narrowboat with dull paint.
This results where absolutely fantastic – looked like new.
I would have no hesitation in recommending this product for similar use.
Carl –
We googled around and found this product, and our car looks brand new with polytrol on the plastic parts and proper waxing work on the rest. I even went over the plastic parts on my bike. Ah, love it. Perfect multi use product for hobby detailers
Lee –
Verified Owner
I’m a decorator, I was asked by a customer if there was something I could do to make her faded, wood effect plastic garage door look better, it was a pinky/ orange colour. I suggested trying this product. The end result was amazing it looks like new. Since then I have done two more garage doors for her neighbours and had other people ask.
M Goodwin –
My rating may be somewhat unfair but does reflect the outcome. This was a last ditch attempt to rescue a patchy faded composite door I suspect our problem was made worse because of a lacquer finish that has deteriorated to varying degrees across the door. Although have tried to remove the lacquer it still leave a colour patchy outcome. Convinces me I need to look to a respray solution – worth a try though.
P FRUDD –
Verified Owner
restored the blue top on my camper van where others had failed, only time will tell now how long it will last. Heres hoping it keeps on looking this good