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.
Rick Hill –
Verified Owner
Polytrol: order arrived promptly and was used immediately on a fading composite front door – resulting finish really good. Similar result for for various bits of camper van
Owatrol Team –
Hi there Rick,
Thanks for your review of Owatrol Polytrol – we’re happy to hear you got the results you were after on your composite front door and camper van parts.
All the best,
The Owatrol Team
Jenny Louise Ayers –
Verified Owner
Used the 125ml tin of Polytrol on my fading grey PVC and the results were amazing. It was so easy to do. I just brushed it on, left it for about 15mins then removed excess with my lint cloths, brilliant. I am looking around to see what else I can bring back to life in my home.
Owatrol Team –
Hi there Jenny,
Thank you for your review of Polytrol being used on your faded grey PVC – we’re happy to hear you got the results you were looking for.
All the best,
The Owatrol Team
Debbie Pearce –
Verified Owner
Very pleased with the results after applying with a cloth on faded grey uPVC bifold doors and windows, composite kitchen worktops and front door (including metal numbers). A small 125ml tin goes a long way – don’t buy too much as there are instructions on how to store left over product and ensure cloths are cleaned after application and dried flat.
Owatrol Team –
Hi there Debbie,
Thanks very much for your review of Polytrol – it’s great to hear it being used on such a wide variety of surfaces!
All the best,
The Owatrol Team
Paul Henshaw –
Verified Owner
Purchased to restore the colour on my front door due to it having faded. The product was easy to use and I am more than happy with the end result. The door looks new as the colour has returned to its original state. Some reviews say it may need to be done every few months however there is plenty of the product left in the 250ml tin making it cost effective.
Owatrol Team –
Hi there Paul,
Thank you for your kind review of Owatrol Polytrol – we’re happy to hear how well it worked on your faded front door.
All the best,
The Owatrol Team
Craig –
Verified Owner
Excellent product and the coverage was excellent. I took the advice of previous reviews and ordered a small tin to undertake a refurbishment of my composite door. I’ve still got over 3/4 of the tin remaining. The results have made a fantastic difference to the door and looks like new again
Owatrol Team –
Hi there Craig,
Thank you for your kind review of Polytrol that was used on your composite front door – it looks great!
All the best,
The Owatrol Team
Gary –
Used it to restore colour to our composite door after it had faded in the sun. Really easy to use, only took a few minutes and has brought the door up a treat. Only needed a small amount, so even if it needs doing once or twice a year a small can will last a while- thanks!
Owatrol Team –
Hi there Gary,
Thank you for your review on Owatrol Polytrol colour restorer – we’re happy to hear you are happy with the results and just how quick and easy it was to revive your composite front door.
All the best,
The Owatrol Team
Gerry Fearon –
Verified Owner
Alongside many of your reviewers, I have used POLYTROL on a wide range of plastics with excellent results. However, the big score goes to its use on the blue gelcoat of my boat. Amazing transformation from powder grey back to a deep rich blue. A superb product.
Owatrol Team –
Hi there Gerry,
Thank you very much for your kind review of Owatrol Polytrol – we’re happy to hear how much you like the product and how well it has worked on the gelcoat of your boat.
All the best,
The Owatrol Team
Martin Gill –
Verified Owner
Worked like magic on my front door and doorstep. Only one small problem; I ordered an Erosol and received a small tin instead
Owatrol Team –
Hi there Martin,
Thank you for your kind review of Owatrol Polytrol – we’re happy to hear how well it worked on your front door and doorstep 🙂
I have popped your name and email into our system and can only see one order that was for a 125ml tin, which by the sounds of it is what you received.
Do feel free to drop us an email or give us a call if you have any queries about your order.
Thanks again.
All the best,
The Owatrol Team
Leslie Pearson –
Delivered very quickly, what a good item !!!!!!!!, used it on our balustrade’s around our decking, the top and bottom on the handrails where faded, did what it said on the tin, they now look like new, would definitely recommend this company and item.
Owatrol Team –
Hi there Leslie,
Thank you for your kind review of Polytrol colour restorer – we’re happy to hear how well it worked for you on your decking balustrades.
All the best,
The Owatrol Team
Graham Smith –
Verified Owner
I purchased a small tin of Polytrol to bring some life back into a faded trim below the windscreen of my VW as it had turned a light grey.
I was amazed at the transformation. After just one coat it had returned to black. I will probably add another coat as well.
My plastic car headlight lenses had also turned cloudy, which appears to be a common problem now.
So I gave them a coat of Polytrol, again I was amazed at the change it brought about.
I would definitely recommend Polytrol. I might try it on some plastic garden chairs next.
Owatrol Team –
Hi there Graham,
Thank you so much for your kind review of Owatrol Polytrol colour restorer – we’re happy to hear how well it worked for your VW trim and headlights. We have seen people use Polytrol before on plastic garden chairs with great success, so we’re confident it will work for you too 🙂
All the best,
The Owatrol Team