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.
Alan Darlington –
Verified Owner
What a difference when something does what it says on the tin. I have been waiting for some years to restore my Wessex wood-effect door. Having Googled recently I saw the testimonies of Owatrol on Youtube and thought I’d give it a go. The result was amazing and with such little effort. The pictures speak for themselves. I only used a small amount and I’m looking forward to restoring my bleached gutters. A small test produced excellent results.
Mike c –
Verified Owner
Good product. Brought colour back on faded green composite front door.
George Smith –
Verified Owner
First class product/ price/shipping
John Ball –
Verified Owner
Most Jaguar XF cars have polished aluminium window surrounds & seem to tarnish over time. Instead of wrapping them I tried Polytrol & the result is an amazing return to a shiny finish. Pics attached before & after. As I had quite a lot left over I treated all the plastic in the engine bay, including the wiper scuttle panel, all the surrounding paintwork & the rear plastic valance.
David Earl –
Verified Owner
Impressed with the product. Easy to use and does what it says on the tin! Little effort needed and very little of the Owatrol was used to obtain a good finish on my front door.
michael hunt –
Verified Owner
brilliant service, delivered as stated,was able to track parcel,product does what is stated, revived front door which faces south gets the sun all day.even better with 25% off.
Abbott Tony –
Verified Owner
Best stuff in the market for fibreglass pop top restoration.
Fast delivery.
Sally –
Verified Owner
I’m just a little old lady with limited decorating skills but after reading the instructions several times I polytroned my front door. I am thrilled with the result, so easy to achieve. Who knew it was possible!
Philip Jones –
Verified Owner
We had a very badly faded front door (vinyl) and this product immediately brought it back up to a very high finish. We found that you didn’t need to use a brush; a cloth was sufficient to work the surface. What was more was that we hardly used any of the product; so, although it is a small tin, it will clearly last a long time.
My wife was so pleased that she passed the tin to her sister for their door.
Andy Dowling –
Easy to apply and I am impressed with the results. Including prepping the door this took me under 2 hours. Before and after photos attached.