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.
John Mullin –
Verified Owner
Wanted to”refresh”my front door. Was really pleased with the outcome. It is easy to apply,goes further than I thought.
Already recommended to others.
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.
Terry Dwyer –
Verified Owner
Mahogany wood effect ten year old garage door was reduced to a pinky colour with the sun, absolutely amazed by the result and how easy it was to apply !! The door is like new, I keep going out to look at it, people even stop to look at it !!
Many thanks
sandra –
Verified Owner
looked everywhere for a product that would help with very bad sun bleached UPVC coloured window frames, everything i looked at indicated new frames would be needed! found this product just trolling through the internet! read the reviews, bought a sample pot not a lot of money to waste if no good, but was well impressed fantastic product , would recommend, windows look like new.
Haydn –
Verified Owner
Used it to restore my faded wood effect garage door with excellent results. Surprised at how little I used. I still have most of the tin left so I’m now looking for other applications. Can definitely recommend this product.
Di –
I saw this online. Despite being sceptical I decided to give it a go on my red composite front door which has had 10 years of south facing sun and extreme weather conditions. It was looking very lack lustre to say the least. I was excited but nervous to use it. No need!-an incredibly easy product to use with incredible instant results!!. White grainy streaks and dullness gone To be replaced by a rich shiny deep red colour. I’m so amazed I have to keep going out to look at it. So chuffed. Can you tell me polytrol team if I can apply this again to the same surface if it again fades in the future?
Owatrol Team –
Hi Di,
We’re so pleased that you’re happy with the results obtained by using Polytrol. You can indeed use Polytrol again if the door becomes faded again so long as there are still sufficient pigments in the substrate. Essentially Polytrol is restoring the pigments so if the surface is very badly damaged it may not be successful but usually it is. We would anticipate you having similar results if you used it again in a few years.
Many thanks,
The Owatrol Team
Charlotte Marshall –
Verified Owner
I bought this to use on a faded dark red composite door. Washed the front door down with sugar soap and painted it on once the door was dry.
Took about 15 mins effort and the difference is amazing after just one coat. So much easier than sanding door down and then repainting.
I would upload the photos if I could.
Owatrol Team –
Hi Charlotte,
Thanks for the great review, we’re so pleased you have enjoyed using Polytrol. We’d love to feature your photos on our blog if you wouldn’t mind. If you’re happy to could you please send them to sales@owatroluk.com .
Thanks,
The Owatrol Team
Mark G –
Polytrol is the elixir of life…for my mahogany upvc windows!
We looked at replacing the windows as the sills had been bleached white by the sun.
My wife then found this on the internet and because of the reviews we thought we would give it a try.
Thank goodness we did…without exaggeration a miracle happened right in front of our eyes.
Polytrol was extremely easy to apply with a sponge and it immediately returned our windows back to their original colour and lustre.
You may think my comments are over the top but this really is one of the best products I have ever bought without a doubt.
Owatrol Team –
Hi there,
We’re so pleased you’ve had a great experience using Polytrol. If you have any we’d love to see some before and after shots of your project. You can email them to us at sales@owatroluk.com
Thanks,
The Owatrol Team
Katie Porter –
Verified Owner
I read other people’s reviews on this item and thought it sounded just what I needed I thought I’d give it a go. Initially I thought I’ve spent too much on this product but in fairness it is worth it. I applied it too my 16 year old discovery to give it a new lease of life and it’s done just that.. that was one application 4 weeks ago and the black plastic trim looks just out of a show room.. really pleased.
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.