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 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.
Amie Foster –
Verified Owner
I despaired that after 5 years of having a composite front door fitted on a new porch the black finish had lost it’s sheen due to sun damage and turned to a faded matt colour. I asked my decorator for advice but he couldn’t offer any tried and tested solution. So I researched ways in which to restore it but nothing was coming up…. until I came across this site and the product Owatrol Polytrol. I had nothing to lose and finally tried it out and with amazing results!!! I used a cloth, rather than a brush, to apply the oily fluid. Rubbed it into the surface not just over it, and 24 hours later after drying out, the door looked like a new door – Hallelujah! So pleased with the result.
Highly recommended!
Barbara Greenwood –
Verified Owner
This is amazing. Our composite oak coloured front door gets all the weather and was faded and flaky. We didn’t know how to deal with it but after searching the Internet found Polytrol. It seemed a bit pricey but cheaper than a new door so decided to give it a go. So glad we did – the door looks great, especially with a new letterbox. It’s not perfect but more than acceptable. Inspired by this success the black, iron outside wall lamp was treated, then the bird feeding station, the cars black trim and the boot scraper. We found ourselves looking around for other things to restore and the best thing is that you only need one product for so many different surfaces.
Dave Hinchley –
Verified Owner
Excellent product….one coat of oil applied to exterior roof capping on gable end together with down spout and guttering. I would highly recommend this product as it has changed the colour from sun bleached grey back to its original dark brown colour
Andrew Nicholds –
Verified Owner
Outstanding product, although it remains to be seen as to how long it will last before re-treatment is needed.
Bought it to restore tired paintwork on my narrowboat and the results were excellent. Then tried it on a my GRP garage door which had faded, with startlingly good results.
M Doughty –
Verified Owner
Can not believe how my garage door looks right now
“AMAZING “*****
The best job I have done with the least amount of effort I followed instructions to a T my garage door looks like it’s been replaced .
Mr B. Harrison –
I have a GRP garage door that was looking a little tired after 12 years of use, with not a lot of care given, so I was browsing the net to see if there was anything that might improve it’s looks,and I came across Owatrol Polytrol. I am SO glad that I did. What a great product this is, and I have now got a great looking garage door that looks brand new , plus great looking wood effect doors and windows, as well as my guttering and facias etc. I would really recommend this stuff to anyone. As they say in other adverts, it does exactly what it says on the tin, and then some. Many thanks , I would have liked to have sent you photos, but I don’t see any facility here to do so, anyway, many thanks . Brian
Owatrol Team –
Hi Brian,
We’d love to feature your photos – if you’re happy to share then please do send them to sales@owatroluk.com.
Many thanks,
The Owatraol Team
Paul –
Verified Owner
My motorhome interior is now like new. This is a wonderful product.
I.Healy –
Verified Owner
I’m very pleased with Polytrol spray, I used it to restore the colour on my sun faded composite door. So far I’ve used only one coat and the door looks really good, it was very easy to apply. Great product.
David Burke –
Verified Owner
My brown GRP front door has been blasted by the sun for the last 11 years. It was fading and looking dreadful.
I used Polytrol as per the directions and, literally, it looks like new. It was actually easier to apply than the instructions suggested.
I have since applied it to all my brown plastic windows and it they too are looking like new.
I am not sure how long the improvement will last but so far the results have been brilliant.
Highly recommend
Maureen –
Verified Owner
I tried loads of stuff that didn’t work – this does. Very pleased with the result. My door looked very bad and has been restored with 2 coats.